Read part two here. Marianne’s support for her father was returned by him when her own marriage was in trouble. In August 1842, Marianne and Albert had a bitter row about Albert’s mistress, Rosalie von Rauch. She was also Marianne’s lady-in-waiting. Albert was quite open about his relationship with Rosalie, and even paraded her in [read more]
Read part one here. Princess Marianne described her fiancé as follows: “He is shy, gentle, and easily moved. But at the same time, he has character, and his entire demeanour demonstrates his great tact. His behaviour toward his father is highly commendable. He is neither philandering nor effeminate. He talks pleasantly, but, to be honest, [read more]
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“Our wishes have been granted, my dearest William. Your mother happily gave birth yesterday morning at four o’clock, and she has given you a little sister. Your mother is doing as well as can be under such circumstances and is very happy, especially since the little one is in good health and shows promise for [read more]
The Liechtenstein Habsburg Fringe tiara was made around 1890. It was most likely made for Infanta Maria Theresa of Portugal, the wife of Archduke Karl Ludwig of Austria. The tiara made its way to the princely family of Liechtenstein through her daughter’s marriage to Prince Alois of Liechtenstein. The Court Jeweller [/note] They were the [read more]
Empress Borte Fujin was one of the most respected empresses of the Mongolian Empire.[1] She was the empress consort to Genghis Khan. As Genghis Khan’s Empress, she wielded much political influence.[2] Empress Borte Fujin would often assist Genghis Khan with state affairs.[3] Empress Borte Fujin would be known as a matriarch of the Mongolian Empire.[4] In [read more]
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