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Queen Sophie of the Hellenes and granddaughter Alexandra
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Queen Sophie of the Hellenes and granddaughter Alexandra
Queen Sophie of Greece holding her granddaughter Alexandra in 1921. The Queen wears mourning here for her son Alexander, the babys father, who died five months before the child was born, following a bite from a monkey. The curious head dress, similar to a nuns habit, became a fashionable part of mourning wear in the 1920s
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In this poignant photograph, Queen Sophie of the Hellenes (1870-1941) tenderly cradles her granddaughter Alexandra (later Queen Alexandra of Yugoslavia) in Greece, in 1921. The image captures a moment of love and loss, as the Queen mourns the untimely death of her son, Crown Prince Alexander, who passed away just five months before Alexandra's birth. The cause of Alexander's demise was a fatal bite from a monkey, an unfortunate and tragic event that shocked the world. Queen Sophie's mourning attire, with its curious headpiece resembling a nun's habit, became a fashionable trend in the 1920s. The somber style, imported from the East, was a symbol of deep sorrow and respect for the deceased. The headpiece, known as a "widow's cap" or "mourning cap," was a common accessory for women in deep mourning during this period. The photograph offers a glimpse into the history of the Hellenic Royal Family and the fashion trends of the time. Queen Sophie's unwavering devotion to her son and her commitment to the mourning customs of the era serve as a poignant reminder of the human capacity for love and resilience in the face of loss. Alexandra, born in 1921, would grow up to become Queen of Yugoslavia, reigning alongside her husband, King Peter II, from 1941 to 1945. The legacy of her grandparents, Queen Sophie and the late Crown Prince Alexander, would continue to shape her life and the history of the Balkans. This image, taken from the extensive collection of Mary Evans Picture Library, offers a poignant and historical snapshot of a bygone era. The photograph's significance extends beyond its aesthetic value, as it offers a glimpse into the personal stories and fashion trends of a time long past.
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