Princess Helena - The Amazon
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Princess Helena - The Amazon
Princess Helena (Princess Christian of Schleswig-Holstein by marriage) -as The Amazon - (1846-1923). Date: circa 1850
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Amazon Helena Holstein Schleswig
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In this photograph, Princess Helena of Schleswig-Holstein, later known as Princess Christian of Schleswig-Holstein by marriage to Prince Christian of Great Britain and Ireland, is depicted as "The Amazon" in a stunning and evocative portrait taken around 1850. The young princess, born on August 25, 1846, is captured in a moment of playful defiance, her gaze fixed on the viewer with a determined expression. Dressed in a flowing white gown and holding a bow and arrow, she embodies the mythological warrior women of the Amazon River. Princess Helena's unconventional portrayal as an Amazon was a reflection of her strong and independent spirit. She was the third child and second daughter of Frederick VIII of Schleswig-Holstein and Princess Adelheid of Austria. Her upbringing was marked by tragedy, as her mother died when she was just two years old, and her father remarried when she was five. Despite these challenges, Helena grew up to be a strong-willed and intelligent young woman. In 1866, she married Prince Christian of Great Britain and Ireland, the eldest son of Queen Victoria and Prince Albert. The marriage was a happy one, and Helena became a beloved member of the British royal family. She was known for her charitable work, particularly in the areas of education and healthcare. Despite her royal status, Princess Helena remained true to her independent spirit throughout her life. She was an accomplished artist, musician, and writer, and her diaries and letters offer a fascinating insight into the life of a princess in the late 19th century. This photograph, with its striking image of a young princess as a mythological warrior, is a testament to her strength, intelligence, and determination.
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