Anne Madhri Isovanase

Anne Madhri Isovanase of Lysé (1059-21 February 1093), was the duchess of Salin by her marriage to Diagar IV. She was mother of Chandra VII, and grandmother of 3 dukes in succession, Chandra VIII, Oraj III and Reramonsi I.

Life
Most of her life was unknown. She had few records in history and had been seriously stigmatized. Therefore, she was often mentioned with Joana of Vadlide-Forle, her granddaughter-in-law who received the same treatment.

Anne Madhri Isovanase was born in 1059. She was the daughter of Jahan Muhatane, Count of Anbol and Anne Madhri d'Este. The specific date of her birth was unknown, but many academics believed that she was born in autumn, because the last part of her name "Isovanase" came from Isovana, the river goddess in Eadien mythology, and Eadien people generally sacrificed the river goddess in autumn.

In 1074, she married Diagar IV, Duke of Salin, 32 years older than her. At that time, the duke was fighting with his children for the rule of Sankiang principality. He wedded Anne Madhri Isovanase in order to obtain the help of Lysé on the one hand, he also hoped to have other heirs to replace his eldest son Diagar VI, Duke of Sankiang, who was not obedient to him, on the other hand.

She gave birth to three sons for her husband. The eldest son was Chandra VII, and the youngest son, Kanaunt, was the father of Reramonsi I. She had a bad reputation. People thought she was a vicious stepmother. They compared her with Joana Manrez and accused her of driving a wedge between her husband and stepchildren. In fact, Anne Madhri Isovanase wanted peace between her husband and stepchildren and for daughters left by her predecessor, Eliana of Hsindra, she was a qualified stepmother.

Upon the death of Diagar IV, her son Chandra VII became the new duke. After that, she lived for 10 years. She was considered to exert influence on her son to worsen his relationship with his half sister, Orajta of Sankiang. However, more historical materials proved that this was also a false accusation against her. As the duke's mother, she can't even regent for her son who was still under the age, It can be seen that she did not hold power and had no influence on politics. It is still controversial who was really in power over Salin at that time.

She died on 21 February 1093, and her funeral was held on 5 May. She was entombed in the Temple of Eilinsupwa.

Issue
1. Chandra VII, Duke of Salin (12 March 1077-4 September 1118), married Princess Savannamaya of Jasume, by whom he had issue, 3 sons and 3 daughters including Chandra VIII, Oraj III and Manarella Connebeth.

2. Lebinande (3 July 1080-19 April 1133), became a high priest.

3. Kanaunt (12 December 1081-14 January 1132), married Pyinsa of Janviera, by whom he had issue, 2 sons including Reramonsi I.