Wittelsbach Family Collection

Portrait of Elisabeth of Bavaria, ca 1854. Creator: Schrotzberg, Franz (1811-1889)
Portrait of Elisabeth of Bavaria, ca 1854. Private Collection

Portrait of Elisabeth of Bavaria (1837-1898), as Bride, ca 1854. Creator: Anonymous
Portrait of Elisabeth of Bavaria (1837-1898), as Bride, ca 1854. Private Collection

Portrait of Elisabeth of Bavaria (1837-1898), ca 1854. Creator: Dauthage, Adolf (1825-1883)
Portrait of Elisabeth of Bavaria (1837-1898), ca 1854. Private Collection

Empress Elisabeth of Austria at the bier of Ferenc Deak, 1877. Found in the Collection of Godollő Palace, Pest

he Emperor Family of Austria
FIA5381244 he Emperor Family of Austria by Bayer, Joseph (1820-1879); Private Collection; (add.info.: La famille de l empereur d Autriche)

Portrait of Elisabeth of Bavaria
FIA5381257 Portrait of Elisabeth of Bavaria by Austrian School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Portrait d Elisabeth de Baviere (1837-1898) (imperatrice d Autriche)

Portrait of Elisabeth of Bavaria. Creator: Russ, Franz, the Elder (1817-1892)
Portrait of Elisabeth of Bavaria. Private Collection

The Empress Elisabeth of Austria visits a soup kitchen in the Schoenlaterngasse
FIA5409511 The Empress Elisabeth of Austria visits a soup kitchen in the Schoenlaterngasse by Mansfeld, Heinrich August (1816-1901); Vienna Museum

Portrait of Elisabeth of Bavaria, 1855. Creator: Schrotzberg, Franz (1811-1889)
Portrait of Elisabeth of Bavaria, 1855. Private Collection

Portrait of Elisabeth of Bavaria. Creator: Koppay, Josef Arpad von (1859-1927)
Portrait of Elisabeth of Bavaria. Private Collection

Empress Elisabeth on horseback, c. 1890. Creator: Anonymous
Empress Elisabeth on horseback, c. 1890. Private Collection

Portrait of Elisabeth of Bavaria, 1854. Creator: Anonymous
Portrait of Elisabeth of Bavaria, 1854. Found in the collection of Vienna Museum

Empress Elisabeth in a carriage in Viennas Prater, ca 1860. Creator: Anonymous
Empress Elisabeth in a carriage in Viennas Prater, ca 1860. Private Collection

Empress Elisabeth of Austria on horseback. Creator: Adam, Franz (1815-1886)
Empress Elisabeth of Austria on horseback. Private Collection

Portrait of Elisabeth of Bavaria, ca 1855. Creator: Anonymous
Portrait of Elisabeth of Bavaria, ca 1855. Private Collection

The Empress Elisabeth of Austria visits a soup kitchen in the Schonlaterngasse, 1875
The Empress Elisabeth of Austria visits a soup kitchen in the Scho nlaterngasse, 1875. Found in the Collection of Vienna Museum

The Empress Elisabeth of Austria, 1865. Found in the Collection of Vienna Museum

Elisabeth of Austria as a bride in Possenhofen, 1853. Private Collection

Ankle boots of Empress Elisabeth of Austria, c. 1880. Private Collection

Empress Elisabeth of Austria at the Achilleion Palace main entrance. Private Collection

Francis Joseph I and Elisabeth of Austria with children, Gisela and Rudolf. Private Collection

Portrait of Elisabeth of Bavaria. Artist: Schrotzberg, Franz (1811-1889)
Portrait of Elisabeth of Bavaria. Private Collection

Empress Elisabeth of Austria with Diamond stars in her hair, ca 1860. Artist: Winterhalter, Franz Xavier (1805-1873)
Empress Elisabeth of Austria with Diamond stars in her hair, ca 1860. From a private collection

Portrait of Elisabeth of Bavaria, c. 1900. Artist: Anonymous
Portrait of Elisabeth of Bavaria, c. 1900. From a private collection

Portrait of Elisabeth of Bavaria on horseback, 1853. Artist: Fleischmann, Andreas Johann (1811-1878)
Portrait of Elisabeth of Bavaria on horseback, 1853. From a private collection

Portrait of Elisabeth of Bavaria, 1856. Artist: Russ, Franz, the Elder (1817-1892)
Portrait of Elisabeth of Bavaria, 1856. From a private collection

Portrait of Elisabeth of Bavaria with Diadem, before 1885. Artist: Raab, Georg Martin Ignaz (1821-1885)
Portrait of Elisabeth of Bavaria with Diadem, before 1885. From a private collection

Arrival of Empress Elisabeth of Austria in Venice. Artist: Caffi, Ippolito (1814-1866)
Arrival of Empress Elisabeth of Austria in Venice. From a private collection

The Emperor Family of Austria, 1856. Artist: Bayer, Joseph (1820-1879)
The Emperor Family of Austria, 1856. From a private collection

Portrait of Elisabeth of Bavaria with Diadem. Artist: Bitterlich, Richard (1862-1940)
Portrait of Elisabeth of Bavaria with Diadem. From a private collection

Portrait of Elisabeth of Bavaria, ca 1854. Artist: Anonymous
Portrait of Elisabeth of Bavaria, ca 1854. From a private collection

Bidet of Elisabeth of Bavaria (Carl Knoll Porcelain Factory, Carlsbad), 1887-1890. Artist: Anonymous
Bidet of Elisabeth of Bavaria (Carl Knoll Porcelain Factory, Carlsbad), 1887-1890. Found in the collection of the Kammerhofmuseen der Stadt Gmunden

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The Wittelsbach family, known for their illustrious lineage and captivating personalities, left an indelible mark on European history. Empress Elisabeth of Austria, a prominent member of the family, was a woman of grace and beauty who captivated the hearts of many. In 1877, Empress Elisabeth mourned at the bier of Ferenc Deak, displaying her compassion and empathy towards others. As part of the Emperor Family of Austria, she carried herself with regal elegance and commanded respect wherever she went. Numerous portraits depict Elisabeth's enchanting allure; one by Franz Russ showcases her ethereal charm while another by Franz Schrotzberg captures her radiant presence. Josef Arpad von Koppay's portrait portrays her as a symbol of strength and resilience. Empress Elisabeth's philanthropic endeavors were also noteworthy. Her visit to a soup kitchen in Schoenlaterngasse demonstrated her commitment to helping those less fortunate. She believed in using her position to make positive changes in society. Elisabeth's love for horses was well-known; photographs show her on horseback during various occasions. Whether it be riding through Vienna's Prater or posing elegantly for an anonymous photographer, she exuded confidence and grace. Through these glimpses into the life of Empress Elisabeth and the Wittelsbach family, we are reminded that their legacy extends far beyond mere titles or positions. They were individuals who shaped history with their actions and left an enduring imprint on our collective memory.