Richelieu, often referred to simply as the Red Eminence, was a dominant figure in 17th-century French politics. Successfully using the intrigues of the royal court, enormous power was concentrated in his hands. Taking advantage of this, he did not hesitate to support art and reform eating habits.
Richelieu, often referred to simply as the Red Eminence, was a dominant figure in 17th-century French politics. Successfully using the intrigues of the royal court, enormous power was concentrated in his hands. Taking advantage of this, he did not hesitate to support art and reform eating habits.