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Queen Victoria with Albert and five children
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Queen Victoria with Albert and five children
Queen Victoria, her husband Prince Consort Albert and their five children (left to right: Alfred, Albert Edward, Alice, Baby Helena, Victoria) - from a painting by Franz Xaver Winterhalter, 1846 (not 1848 as erroneously captioned on the engraving). Date: 1846
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This image, painted by the renowned German artist Franz Xaver Winterhalter in 1846, depicts Queen Victoria (1819-1901) and her beloved husband, Prince Albert (1819-1861), surrounded by their five children: Albert Edward (later King Edward VII, 1841-1910), Alfred (1844-1900), Alice (1843-1878), Helena (1846-1923), and Baby Helena (1846-1847). The painting beautifully captures the warmth and love shared among the royal family, with Victoria gazing lovingly at her husband and children. The children, dressed in elegant Victorian attire, display a range of expressions, from playful to serious, adding to the charm of the painting. The original oil painting was created in 1846, but this image is an engraving, likely produced shortly after the painting's completion. The regal atmosphere of the painting is evident in the rich colors, intricate details, and the formal poses of the subjects. Winterhalter's masterful use of light and shadow adds depth and dimension to the image, making it a timeless representation of the royal family during their happiest moments. Queen Victoria and Prince Albert's marriage was a source of inspiration for the British people, who saw their love and devotion as a model for family life. The image of the queen with her children reinforced this perception, and the painting became a symbol of the stability and prosperity of the British monarchy during the Victorian era.
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