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Christmas Tableaux Vivants by royal grandchildren
Christmas Tableaux Vivants by Queen Victorias grandchildren at Osborne House, Isle of Wight - Christmas with the Queen.
1898
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1898 Audience Grandchildren Isle Majesty Osborne Tableau Tableaux Vivant Wight December
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Christmas Tableaux Vivants at Osborne House, Isle of Wight: A Delightful Glimpse into Christmas with Queen Victoria and Her Grandchildren in 1898 This enchanting photograph captures the magical atmosphere of a Christmas Tableaux Vivants performance at Osborne House, the beloved holiday retreat of Queen Victoria and Prince Albert, located on the Isle of Wight. The year was 1898, and the young royal grandchildren of Queen Victoria, dressed in elegant Victorian attire, were putting on a delightful show for their family and guests. Tableaux Vivants, a popular Victorian pastime, involved arranging live actors or models in static poses to resemble works of art or scenes from history, literature, or religion. In this charming Christmas tradition, the grandchildren brought the spirit of the season to life, creating a living tableau that delighted their audience. The photograph shows the young women and girls, some with roses in their hair and others holding candles or flowers, posing gracefully in front of an audience that includes their mother, Princess Beatrice, and their grandmother, Queen Victoria. The stage is set with a backdrop of evergreen foliage and twinkling fairy lights, adding to the festive ambiance. The grandeur of the royal setting is evident in the opulent decor and the regal bearing of the young performers, who embody the majesty and elegance of the Victorian era. As the snow falls gently outside, the warmth and joy of the Christmas celebration inside Osborne House are palpable in this image. The photograph offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of the British monarchy during the late 1890s, a time of tradition, family, and holiday cheer.
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