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Prince Edward of Wales, the future King Edward VII of Great Britain (1841-1910), 1890. Artist: W&D Downey
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Prince Edward of Wales, the future King Edward VII of Great Britain (1841-1910), 1890. Artist: W&D Downey
Prince Edward of Wales, the future King Edward VII of Great Britain and Ireland (1841-1910), 1890. Edward VII was King of Great Britain between 1901 and 1910. Before his accession to the throne, Edward held the title of Prince of Wales, and has the distinction of having been heir apparent to the throne longer than anyone in English or British history. During the long widowhood of his mother, Queen Victoria, he was largely excluded from wielding any political power but came to represent the personification of the fashionable, leisured elite. Edwards reign saw the first official recognition of the office of the Prime Minister in 1905 and he was the first British monarch of the House of Saxe-Coburg-Gotha, which was renamed by his son, George V, as the House of Windsor
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This print captures the regal presence of Prince Edward of Wales, who would later become King Edward VII of Great Britain. Taken in 1890 by renowned photographers W&D Downey, this portrait showcases the future monarch in all his splendor. Prince Edward's reign from 1901 to 1910 marked a significant period in British history. Before ascending to the throne, he held the prestigious title of Prince of Wales for an unprecedented length of time, making him the longest-serving heir apparent in English or British history. During Queen Victoria's lengthy widowhood, Edward was excluded from political power but emerged as a symbol of fashionable leisure among the elite. In this image, we see Prince Edward donning ceremonial attire that befits his royal stature. The intricate details on his costume reflect both tradition and grandeur. His poised demeanor exudes confidence and authority, hinting at the leader he would eventually become. Edward VII's reign witnessed several notable milestones, including the official recognition of the Prime Minister's office in 1905. Additionally, he became known as the first monarch from the House of Saxe-Coburg-Gotha before it was renamed by his son George V as the House of Windsor. This remarkable photograph serves as a testament to Prince Edward's enduring legacy and offers us a glimpse into an era defined by royalty and elegance.
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