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The Brunswick Christening by Fortunino Matania
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The Brunswick Christening by Fortunino Matania
The christening ceremony in Brunswick Cathedral of Prince Ernest Augustus, the baby son of Duke and Duchess of Brunswick and grandson of Kaiser Wilhelm II. The scene, drawn from life by Sphere special artist Fortunino Matania, shows the Kaiser on the left, Duchess Thyra of Cumberland (sister of Queen Alexandra) holding the baby, the German Empress and Ernest Augustuss parents. Date: 1914
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Augustus Baptism Brunswick Ceremony Christening Cumberland Duchess Empress Ernest Ernst Fortunino Kaiser Louise Luise Matania Prussia Sister Thyra Viktoria Wilhelm
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This print depicts a significant moment in European royal history: the christening of Prince Ernst Augustus, the newborn son of Duke and Duchess of Brunswick, in Brunswick Cathedral in 1914. Surrounded by the grandeur and elegance of the cathedral, the baby is held by his godmother, Duchess Thyra of Cumberland, who is also the sister of Queen Alexandra. The proud parents, Ernst Augustus and Viktoria Luise, look on with joy and pride. Kaiser Wilhelm II, the baby's grandfather, is shown on the left, dressed in his imperial regalia. The German Empress, who is also present, adds to the regal atmosphere of the event. Fortunino Matania, a renowned Sphere special artist, skillfully captured this scene from life, providing a vivid and authentic portrayal of the christening ceremony. This historical image offers a glimpse into the opulent world of European royalty during a time of peace and prosperity before the onset of World War I.
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