Photo Jigsaw. Considered the most beautiful woman of her time, Virginia Oldoini, the Countess de Castiglione (1837
- 1899) was a special agent for the cause of Italian unification, the mistress of Napoleon III, & a mysterious recluse notorious for her numerous love affairs. She collaborated with photographer Pierre-Louis Pierson to chronicle her natural beauty, extravagant couture, public appearances, & private fantasies. This picture