Colorized Cleo de Merode 1905

Colorized photo of French Ballet Dancer Cleo De Merode (1875 - 1966) taken in 1903, a contemporary of Mata Hari. She was more known for her legendary beauty than dancing skills and at 22 became the mistress of 61-year old Belgian King Leopold II. The model of choice among painters, sculptors and photographers,  she is considered the most photographed woman during her prime.