Marie Anne Lenormand
1772–1843 (age 71)
Biography
Marie Anne Lenormand (1772–1843) was a French writer and fortune teller whose works and reputation for divination made her a notable figure in Parisian society. She gained considerable fame during her lifetime for her tarot readings and mystical knowledge, attracting clients from various social circles.
Lenormand's influence extended beyond her personal practice to her written works, which documented her methods and philosophies. She became an iconic figure associated with divination and mysticism in 19th-century France, and her legacy continued to influence practitioners of tarot and fortune-telling long after her death. She was laid to rest at Père Lachaise Cemetery.