大英博物館さんのインスタグラム写真 - (大英博物館Instagram)「Fencer, author, diplomat, and spy: the Chevalier d'Eon was one of the most charismatic figures of 18th century Britain. The Chevalier is best known for living openly as man for the first half of their life, and as a woman for the second. Their convention-defying tale is one of many stories within the Museum demonstrating that gender fluidity and diversity have always been integral to the human experience. Born in France, the Chevalier made their name as a soldier and diplomat. They moved to England in 1764, becoming a source of both fascination and ridicule for the British press – London bookmakers had even begun to take bets on d'Eon's gender. This print is one of the few to offer an accurate representation of how the Chevalier looked during their later life. They are depicted without satirical intent, as a middle-aged woman in a lace cap and gown. On the gown d’Eon’s Cross of St Louis – awarded for their bravery in battle – is proudly on view. 🏳‍🌈 Read more about the Chevalier’s remarkable life via the link in our bio 🔎 Robert Cooper (active 1795–1836), ‘The Chevalier d’Eon’. Stipple on paper, England, 1791. #BritishMuseum #Pride」6月16日 19時00分