Wied Collection

Queen Elisabeth of Romania playing the organ
Queen Elisabeth of Romania (1843 - 1916), formerly Elisabeth of Wied, wife of King Carol I of Romania. Also known by her nom de plume of Carmen Sylva, she is pictured here playing the organ. c.1910

Blue Grotto / Malta / Coates
The inside of the Blue Grotto

Wed's or Neuwied's hummingbird, Trochilus cyanogenys or Ornismya wiedii
FLO4660958 Wed's or Neuwied's hummingbird, Trochilus cyanogenys or Ornismya wiedii. Handcolored steel engraving by Coutant after an illustration by Jean-Gabriel Pretre from Rene Primevere

Pauline Elisabeth Ottilie Luise zu Wied, also known by her literary name of Carmen Sylva
3502683 Pauline Elisabeth Ottilie Luise zu Wied, also known by her literary name of Carmen Sylva, from the magazine The World and His Wife

DDE-90032887
Malta, Southeast, Wied iz-Zurrieq, Blue Grotto rock formation Date: 29/11/2006

DDE-90032886
Malta, Southeast, Wied iz-Zurrieq, Blue Grotto rock formation Date: 29/11/2006

Elisabeth of Wied, Queen of Romania
Elisabeth of Wied (1843-1916), Queen of Romania, pen name Carmen Sylva, playing the organ

Wieds hummingbird, Ornismya wiedii
Wieds or Neuwieds hummingbird, Trochilus cyanogenys or Ornismya wiedii. Handcolored steel engraving by Coutant after an illustration by Jean-Gabriel Pretre from Rene Primevere Lessons Natural History

Key to the painting of King William of Prussia proclaimed Emperor of Germany (litho)
961049 Key to the painting of King William of Prussia proclaimed Emperor of Germany (litho) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

King William of Prussia proclaimed Emperor of Germany (litho)
961048 King William of Prussia proclaimed Emperor of Germany (litho) by Werner, Anton Alexander von (1843-1915) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Carmen Sylva 1843-1916, 1934. Pauline Elisabeth Ottilie Luise zu Wied (1843-1916), Queen consort of Romania as the wife of King Carol I of Romania, widely known by her literary name of Carmen Sylva

Carmen Sylva - Late Portrait of the Author-Queen, c1925. Elizabeth of Wied, (1843-1916), also known as Carmen Sylva, was Queen Consort of King Carol I of Romania, who she married in 1869

The Queen of Romania playing the organ, 1904. Elizabeth of Wied (1843-1916) was Queen Consort of King Carol I of Romania, who she married in 1869. A print from The Girls Own Annual, 19th November 1904

Elizabeth of Wied of Romania, late 19th-early 20th century. Portrait of Elizabeth (1843-1916), Queen Consort of King Carol I of Romania

TRAVELS IN BRAZIL, 1820. A drawing from Prince Alexander Philipp Maximilian of Wied-Neuwieds book Travels in Brazil, 1820

Pavilion Wied Scheveningen beach names cities
Pavilion of Wied in Scheveningen, beach, names of cities and villages (with NAME), names of historical buildings, sites, streets, etc

Pauline Elisabeth Ottilie Luise Zu Wied, 1843

Pauline Elisabeth Ottilie Luise Zu Wied, 1843 - 1916. German Born Queen Consort Of Romania As The Wife Of King Carol I Of Romania, Widely Known By Her Literary Name Of Carmen Sylva

Elisabeth of Wied, Carmen Sylva
ELISABETH OF WIED (1843 - 1916) Wife of Carol I of Romania, seen here in national costume. Widely known by her literary name, Carmen Sylva. Date: 1891

Elisabeth of Wied (1843-1916). Queen consort of Romania. Carmen Sylva in his study. Engraving by Jonnard. The Iberian Illustration, 1885. Colored

Elisabeth of Wied (1843-1916). Engraving. Colored
Elisabeth of Wied (1843-1916). Queen consort of Romania. Engraving by Dufourneau in The Spanish and American Illustration, 1883. Colored

Summer residence of Elisabeth of Wied (1843-1916). Engraving
Elisabeth of Wied (1843-1916). Queen consort of Romania. Summer residence. Engraving int The Iberian Illustration, 1888. Colored

Elisabeth of Wied (1843-1916). Queen consort of Romania as the wife of King Carol I of Romania. Known by her literary name of Carmen Sylva

Mato-Topirn
Mato-Topi. Plate 14 from Reise in das innere Nord-America in... 1832 bis 1834 by Wied, Maximilian, Prinz von. Date: 1832

Albanian Royalty
Prince William of Wied of Albania (tall man in centre) with his wife, Princess Sophie of Schonburg-Waldenburg (on the left)

AMAZON: EXPLORATION. Prince Maximilian of Wied-Neuwied and his party exploring the Brazilian jungle: lithograph from his Travels in Brazil, 1820

ELIZABETH OF ROMANIA (1843-1916). Princess of Wied. Queen of Romania as consort to King Carol I, 1881-1914, and writer under the pseudonym Carmen Sylva. Photo postcard, c1900

GERMAN PRINCE & MINATERRE. The Swiss artist, Karl Bodmer (at far right), and Prince Maximilian of Wied (in green coat), being introduced to Minatarre (Hidatsa)

Prince William of Wied, Prince of Albania and his wife
Prince William of Wied, Prince of Albania (Wilhelm Friedrich Heinrich, Princ Vidi, Princ Vilhelm Vidi) (18761945) - reigned briefly as sovereign of Principality of Albania as Vidi I from 7th March

ELIZABETH OF RUMANIA (1843-1916). Princess of Wied and writer under the pseudonym Carmen Sylva. Queen Consort to Carol I. Photograph, undated

Queen Elisabeth of Romania playing the piano
Elisabeth of Wied, Queen Consort of Romania (1869-1914), the spouse of Carol I of Romania. Born Pauline Elisabeth Ottilie Luise zu Wied, also widely known by her literary name of Carmen Sylva

Prince Wilhelm (William) of Wied and family
Prince William of Wied (1876 - 1945), Prince of Albania, with his wife, Princess Sophie of Schonburg Waldenburg and his children, Princess Marie Eleonore and Prince Carl Victor

Prince of Albania - William of Wied
Prince William of Wied, Prince of Albania (Wilhelm Friedrich Heinrich) (1876 - 1945) reigned briefly as sovereign of Albania from March 7th, 1914 to September 3rd, 1914 when he left for exile

Hagar Qim Megalith / Malta
The megaliths of Hagar Qim at Wied iz-Zurrieq in south-west Malta. These have been dated to circa 2500 BC

Mnajdra Temples / Malta
The Temple complex at Mnajdra in south-west Malta, dated to circa 2500 BC

Elisabeth Wied / Romania
ELISABETH OF WIED Wife of Carol I of Romania

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"Exploring the Enigmatic World of Wied: From Queen Elisabeth's Musical Talents to Exquisite Art and Nature" Step into the captivating world of Wied, where history, art, and nature intertwine to create a tapestry of wonder. In this enchanting journey, we delve into the life and legacy of Queen Elisabeth of Romania as she mesmerizes us with her organ-playing skills. Amidst the turquoise waters lies the mystical Blue Grotto in Malta, a place that undoubtedly inspired Coates' artistic creations. As we immerse ourselves in its ethereal beauty, our senses are heightened by the melodic tunes resonating from Queen Elisabeth's skilled fingers on the organ. Elisabeth of Wied, also known as Carmen Sylva, leaves an indelible mark on literature with her profound writings. Her words echo through time like whispers carried by gentle breezes. The titles "DDE-90032887" and "DDE-90032886" beckon us to unravel their hidden meanings within her literary masterpieces. Beyond her literary prowess, Elisabeth assumes another role – that of a queen. With grace and dignity befitting royalty, she reigns over Romania alongside King William. Together they navigate tumultuous times while leaving an enduring imprint on their nation's history. Nature too pays homage to the name 'Wied', as evidenced by Ornismya wiedii -the vibrant hummingbird species named after this illustrious family. Its iridescent feathers mirror their brilliance while fluttering amidst colorful blooms; a testament to their everlasting presence in both human hearts and natural wonders. Unlocking secrets from yesteryears leads us towards a key - one that opens doors to historical events captured forever in lithographs depicting King William being proclaimed Emperor of Germany. These images transport us back in time when monarchies shaped destinies and empires were born.