Ana de Mendoza de la Cerda was a spanish aristocrat during the XVI century. She was one of the most talented women of her time, and even though she lost an eye during a fencing practice, she was considered one of the most beautiful ladies in the spanish court. Her haughty character and her love for luxury became her best presentation etiquette.

(Quelle: fuckyeahhistorycrushes, via grrrlstudies)