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Simcha (Gimar) Belmonte (born Vaz; 1582–1643) was the wife of Jakob Israel Belmonte (a poet, writer, and trader). She and her husband were among the founders of the Jewish community in Amsterdam after…
Contributor:
Moses Belmonte
Places:
Amsterdam, Republic of the Seven United Netherlands (Amsterdam, Netherlands)
Date:
1642
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Postcards, such as this image of Sarah Bernhardt as Cleopatra, advertised her celebrated performances for global audiences.
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Napoleon Sarony
Places:
French Republic (France, France)
Date:
1891