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Prince Alfred skating with his bride
Romantic front cover engraving from The Graphic showing Prince Alfred, Duke of Edinburgh, skating with his bride, the Grand Duchess Marie Alexandrovna of Russia. The Prince travelled to St. Petersburg for the wedding which was held at the Winter Palace on January 23rd 1874. This picture is accompaned by a poem; Smoothly as the ice track bears them, Smooth may glide their future life, While two empires love declares them, Happy Prince and Happy Wife! Although the wedding was celebrated and reported in great detail by the ILN papers, in reality, Queen Victoria had reservations about a union with the Russian royal family and the Duchess, who was used to the splendour of the Russian court, was considered haughty by London society. Date: 24th January 1874
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1874 23rd 24th Alexandrovna Bride Duchess Edinburgh Held Marie Petersburg Romantic Skating Travelled January
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the timeless elegance of history with our exquisite selection from the Media Storehouse Fine Art Prints range. This captivating image of Prince Alfred, Duke of Edinburgh, and his bride, Grand Duchess Marie Alexandrovna of Russia, skating on the frozen waters of the Winter Palace in St. Petersburg, is a romantic testament to a bygone era. Originally published in The Graphic, this enchanting engraving brings history to life, making it a beautiful addition to any home or office. Our Fine Art Prints are rights managed through Mary Evans Prints Online, ensuring the highest quality and authenticity. Order yours today and add a touch of history to your space.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 35.5cm x 53.3cm (14" x 21")
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 68.6cm (20" x 27")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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A Romantic Beginning: Prince Alfred and Grand Duchess Marie Alexandrovna's Winter Skate at the Winter Palace, St. Petersburg (January 24, 1874) This enchanting engraving from The Graphic captures the romantic moment when Prince Alfred, Duke of Edinburgh, and his new bride, Grand Duchess Marie Alexandrovna of Russia, gracefully glide across the ice rink at the Winter Palace in St. Petersburg. The scene is set against the backdrop of the grand palace, adorned with intricate ice sculptures and twinkling lights, as the couple begins their new life together. The wedding ceremony, held on January 23, 1874, was celebrated in great detail by the Illustrated London News (ILN) papers. However, behind the scenes, Queen Victoria harbored reservations about the union between the British and Russian royal families. The Duchess, who was accustomed to the opulence of the Russian court, was also perceived as haughty by London society. Despite these challenges, the newlyweds' love shines through in this beautiful image. The poem accompanying the picture captures the hope and joy of their union: "Smoothly as the ice track bears them, Smooth may glide their future life, While two empires love declares them, Happy Prince and Happy Wife!" Prince Alfred had traveled to Russia to meet his bride, and the couple's skating session on the frozen Neva River was a symbol of their unity and shared happiness. This romantic scene serves as a reminder of the love and hope that transcends political and societal boundaries.
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