She became a patron of work involving science and the arts , providing funding for many notable initiatives .
After the death of the cardinal in 1642 , the Duchess retained her honours and titles , but withdrew from the court and devoted herself entirely to works of charity .
cardinal became a patron of work involving science and the arts , providing funding for many notable initiatives .
After the death of the cardinal in 1642 , the Duchess retained her honours and titles , but withdrew from the court and devoted herself entirely to works of charity .