Here are two samples of his artwork: Princess Marina, Duchess of Kent, and Tsar Nicholas and Empress Alexandra of Russia.
Check it out...
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Thursday, March 29, 2012
French Artists Shows His Royal Collages
French artist Guillaume Pelloux has been working on a series of royal photos in intricate collages.
Here are two samples of his artwork: Princess Marina, Duchess of Kent, and Tsar Nicholas and Empress Alexandra of Russia.
Check it out...
Here are two samples of his artwork: Princess Marina, Duchess of Kent, and Tsar Nicholas and Empress Alexandra of Russia.
Check it out...
Wednesday, March 28, 2012
New Book by Eurohistory: Dear Ellen!
It is with much pleasure that we can announce that Mr. Beeche's new book, DEAR ELLEN – The Royal Courts of Europe Through the Photo Albums of Grand Duchess Helen Vladimirovna of Russia, will begin mailing to pre-orders on Monday.
We received shipping confirmation earlier this morning and anticipate the delivery to take place without disruption on Monday, when the freight company scheduled delivery!
In 144 glossy pages the book contains 350+ rare images from the private collections of Grand Duchess Helen Vladimirovna and several of her descendants.
Dear Ellen catalogues the life of Grand Duchess Helen and her husband, Prince Nicholas of Greece. It also includes chapters of their children, Nicholas and Helen's siblings, and their uncles, aunts and first cousins. Doing so, the book provides the reader a clear picture of the amazing galaxy of royalty in which the couple moved. Helen, for example, was a first cousin of Tsar Nicholas II of Russia, Queen Alexandrine of Denmark, Grand Duke Friedrich Franz IV of Mecklenburg-Schwerin, Crown Princess Cecilie of Prussia and Queen Juliana of The Netherlands. One of her first cousins, Princess Woiszlawa Reuß, is still alive. All these connections are amply covered in the book with amazing photos!
Here is a link from where to download the order form:
https://www.yousendit.com/download/M3BuYkJxa0RLVlZsQXNUQw
We received shipping confirmation earlier this morning and anticipate the delivery to take place without disruption on Monday, when the freight company scheduled delivery!
In 144 glossy pages the book contains 350+ rare images from the private collections of Grand Duchess Helen Vladimirovna and several of her descendants.
Dear Ellen catalogues the life of Grand Duchess Helen and her husband, Prince Nicholas of Greece. It also includes chapters of their children, Nicholas and Helen's siblings, and their uncles, aunts and first cousins. Doing so, the book provides the reader a clear picture of the amazing galaxy of royalty in which the couple moved. Helen, for example, was a first cousin of Tsar Nicholas II of Russia, Queen Alexandrine of Denmark, Grand Duke Friedrich Franz IV of Mecklenburg-Schwerin, Crown Princess Cecilie of Prussia and Queen Juliana of The Netherlands. One of her first cousins, Princess Woiszlawa Reuß, is still alive. All these connections are amply covered in the book with amazing photos!
Here is a link from where to download the order form:
https://www.yousendit.com/download/M3BuYkJxa0RLVlZsQXNUQw
Video of the Funeral of King George Tupou V of Tonga
Thousands of people, including international dignitaries, have turned up to farewell King George Tupou V of Tonga, who ushered in democracy to the South Pacific island nation.
The royal was buried at the end of a two-hour solemn state funeral ceremony that mixed Tongan traditions with Christian hymn singing.
The body of the King was put into the Royal tomb by the Nima Tapu - the sacred hands - who are the only people allowed on the tombs.
Continue reading...
http://tvnz.co.nz/world-news/tonga-farewells-king-george-tupou-v-4799209
The royal was buried at the end of a two-hour solemn state funeral ceremony that mixed Tongan traditions with Christian hymn singing.
The body of the King was put into the Royal tomb by the Nima Tapu - the sacred hands - who are the only people allowed on the tombs.
Continue reading...
http://tvnz.co.nz/world-news/tonga-farewells-king-george-tupou-v-4799209
Tuesday, March 27, 2012
Funeral of the King of Tonga
The people of Tonga and the Royal Family attended the funeral of King Tupou V. Foreign royal guests included Prince and Princess Hitachi of Japan and the Duke of Gloucester.
First Official Photos of Swedish Crown Princess Victoria with Husband and Daughter
The Royal Palace has released official photos of Crown Princess Victoria, Prince Daniel and their daughter Princess Estelle of Sweden.
Lovely and very tender image!
Lovely and very tender image!
English Royals Visit the Vasa
Admiring the Vasa warship, which sank on its maiden voyage in Stockholm, Sweden, in 1628, Camilla told King Carl XVI Gustaf: "It's pretty impressive. It's unbelievable.
"It is very nice. Perhaps we could borrow it for the jubilee pageant. It would be very nice going down the Thames."
The Vasa, now housed in a custom-built museum, was salvaged in 1961.
Thirty people died when it sank after filling up with water after sailing just 1200 metres down the harbour.
More than a million people visit the tourist attraction in the centre of Stockholm each year – but most are not allowed on board.
After leaving the museum, the pair put on white coats for a visit to the Salta Kvarn mill and bakery in Jarna.
They put on hats while being shown inside the building, with Queen Silvia protecting her hair with a hairnet. The headgear seemed to give Camilla the giggles, as did tasting some of the raw sourdough in the bakery.
The couple were also given some of the finished product to try by head baker Manfred Enoksson.
Charles and Camilla said their goodbyes to the Swedish royals at the bakery, with the Duchess curtsying after kissing Queen Silvia.
They are now travelling to Copenhagen, Denmark, for the final leg of their eight-day tour of Scandinavia to mark the Queen's Diamond Jubilee.
http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/uknews/theroyalfamily/9164640/Prince-of-Wales-and-Duchess-of-Cornwall-visit-the-Vasa.html
Dutch Royals Lose Last Political Rights
THE DUTCH monarchy has been stripped of its last remaining political power – the entitlement to become actively involved in the formation of coalition governments – in a landmark decision by parliament which will be noted by royal families all over Europe.
In a low-key vote, the minority coalition government of Liberals and Christian Democrats, supported by the fundamentalist Christian Unity party, was overrun by an unlikely coalition of Labour, the Freedom Party, the Socialists, social democrats D66, the Greens and the animal rights party.
Those in favour of reducing Queen Beatrix (74) and her successors to a purely ceremonial monarchy needed only a straight majority, but they took 91 of the 150 votes in what was described as “a rout” by Christian Unity leader Arie Slob. “The anti-monarchists have co-operated in supporting a bad idea and this is the historic but unfortunate outcome,” he said.
The decision will make a substantial difference to the way Dutch coalitions are formed. Up to now, and as recently as 2010, the monarch appointed a go-between – an informateur – who brought the parties together, set the talks in motion, and reported back to the queen and the caretaker prime minister. Parliament will now appoint one of its members to orchestrate the talks, which will be held without reference to the monarch, until a workable coalition has emerged, a programme for government is agreed and a prime minister-designate chosen. At that point, as in the UK, the monarch will rubber-stamp the outcome.
Despite opposition from the prime minister, Mark Rutte, the decision in principle to “modernise” the monarchy was taken by the opposition parties following a debate last September. A text agreeable to all sides emerged last week – though the process may have been delayed due to the skiing accident in February that left Prince Friso (43) in a coma.
The change was prompted by suggestions the queen might soon abdicate in favour of her eldest son, Crown Prince Willem-Alexander (44).
However, there were also suggestions that during the formation of the current government, Queen Beatrix had “made every effort” to keep Freedom Party leader Geert Wilders out of a position of influence in the deal-making process.
The decision on the monarchy was overshadowed by a row that saw staunch Wilders supporter Hero Brinkman, an MP since 2006, leave to form his own political party on Wednesday, following disagreement over the Freedom Party’s anti-immigrant website.
This might have been a mere sideshow except that it raises the spectre of a general election – leaving the coalition without a workable majority, even with the support of the Freedom Party, as difficult talks aimed at finding €19 billion in budget cuts continue.
http://www.irishtimes.com/newspaper/world/2012/0324/1224313820627.html
In a low-key vote, the minority coalition government of Liberals and Christian Democrats, supported by the fundamentalist Christian Unity party, was overrun by an unlikely coalition of Labour, the Freedom Party, the Socialists, social democrats D66, the Greens and the animal rights party.
Those in favour of reducing Queen Beatrix (74) and her successors to a purely ceremonial monarchy needed only a straight majority, but they took 91 of the 150 votes in what was described as “a rout” by Christian Unity leader Arie Slob. “The anti-monarchists have co-operated in supporting a bad idea and this is the historic but unfortunate outcome,” he said.
The decision will make a substantial difference to the way Dutch coalitions are formed. Up to now, and as recently as 2010, the monarch appointed a go-between – an informateur – who brought the parties together, set the talks in motion, and reported back to the queen and the caretaker prime minister. Parliament will now appoint one of its members to orchestrate the talks, which will be held without reference to the monarch, until a workable coalition has emerged, a programme for government is agreed and a prime minister-designate chosen. At that point, as in the UK, the monarch will rubber-stamp the outcome.
Despite opposition from the prime minister, Mark Rutte, the decision in principle to “modernise” the monarchy was taken by the opposition parties following a debate last September. A text agreeable to all sides emerged last week – though the process may have been delayed due to the skiing accident in February that left Prince Friso (43) in a coma.
The change was prompted by suggestions the queen might soon abdicate in favour of her eldest son, Crown Prince Willem-Alexander (44).
However, there were also suggestions that during the formation of the current government, Queen Beatrix had “made every effort” to keep Freedom Party leader Geert Wilders out of a position of influence in the deal-making process.
The decision on the monarchy was overshadowed by a row that saw staunch Wilders supporter Hero Brinkman, an MP since 2006, leave to form his own political party on Wednesday, following disagreement over the Freedom Party’s anti-immigrant website.
This might have been a mere sideshow except that it raises the spectre of a general election – leaving the coalition without a workable majority, even with the support of the Freedom Party, as difficult talks aimed at finding €19 billion in budget cuts continue.
http://www.irishtimes.com/newspaper/world/2012/0324/1224313820627.html
Friday, March 23, 2012
The Prince of Wales in Sweden
HRH The Prince of Wales, accompanied by his wife, is now in Sweden, next step on the couple's Scandinavian journey.
The visiting English royals were met at Stockholm Airport by Prince Carl Philip of Sweden and brought to lunch at the Royal Palace, where Queen Silvia awaited them. This was followed by afternoon visits to youth centers. At night a gala dinner will be hosted by Their Swedish Majesties in honor of theor visiting English cousins.
The visiting English royals were met at Stockholm Airport by Prince Carl Philip of Sweden and brought to lunch at the Royal Palace, where Queen Silvia awaited them. This was followed by afternoon visits to youth centers. At night a gala dinner will be hosted by Their Swedish Majesties in honor of theor visiting English cousins.
Upcoming Wedding in the Royal House of Bavaria
Princess Philippa of Bavaria, the daughter of Prince Leopold, will marry on 12 May 2012 and the festivities are scheduled to take place at Schloß Hohenschwangau, one of the family's picturesque castles.
Daughter of Prince Leopold and Princess Ursula, she is getting married in the romantic church of Wies in Steingaden. The marriage will be blessed by Abbot Johannes Eckert, from the Benedictine abbey of St. Boniface of Andechs. Prince Leopold is delighted: "It has always been my wish to see one of my children marry in the Church of Wies. It's beautiful."
The Prince is joyful as well: "We cannot impose in-laws, but we are very lucky. Christian is very affectionate, very considerate towards Philippa and has a good character. We wish a lot of grandchildren."
He hopes that the young couple enjoy in their union as much happiness as he has himself with his wife Ursula. "We've been together 43 years and never get bored. We always have something to say to the other and share a joyful life."
Prince Leopold of Bavaria is considered a precursor of marriages that do not conform to old practices and ancient family rules, he does not care that his future son-in-law is a commoner. "I was first Wittelsbach to marry a commoner. They all love her today in the family. It is no longer important that a prince and princess marry. We are not so old fashioned. The important thing is that couples love each other. "
After the religious ceremony, the wedding festivities are scheduled to take place at Schloß Hohenschwangau, which once served as the summer residence of King Ludwig II of Bavaria. The pre-party will be held at the Hotel Lisl, opposite the castle.
Princess Philippa was born in Starnberg, Bavaria, in 1981. She has three siblings: Manuel, who in 2005 married Princess Anna of Sayn-Wittgenstein-Berleburg; Maria del Pilar (b. 1978) and Konstantin (b. 1986). Prince Leopold has worked for many years as the public face of famed Bavarian motor company BMW. He is an avid enthusiast of race-car driving, a passion he shares with his good friends King Carl XVI Gustav of Sweden and Prince Andreas of Saxe-Coburg & Gotha.
Thursday, March 22, 2012
A Superbly Talented Photographer: Prince Tinko Czetwertynski
Tinko Czetwertynski, scion of two prominent Polish princely families, has developed into a talented career photographer. His work has brought Tinko to many of the world's most beautiful locales and his talents as an up-and-coming photographer can be better appreciated through his professional website. His work has graced the pages of Vogue, Vanity Fair and many other prominent magazines.
Earlier this month Tinko married Princess Paola Maria de Bourbon Sapieha, the daughter of Princess Maria Cristina of Orléans-Braganca and her former husband, Prince Jan Sapieha-Rozánski. Paola Maria's maternal grandparents were both well-remembered and much loved: Prince dom Pedroa Gastão d'Orléans-Bragança and Princess doña María de la Esperanza of Bourbon-Two Sicilies. Pedro Gastão's sinlings included the late Countess of Paris and the late Duchess of Bragança; while doña Esperanza's siblings included the late Countess of Barcelona and the late Infante don Alfonso, claimant to the throne of the Two Sicilies.
Tinko and Paola Maria spend their time between Brazil, where her family owns various estates, and Europe, where both have lived and studied.
Earlier this month Tinko married Princess Paola Maria de Bourbon Sapieha, the daughter of Princess Maria Cristina of Orléans-Braganca and her former husband, Prince Jan Sapieha-Rozánski. Paola Maria's maternal grandparents were both well-remembered and much loved: Prince dom Pedroa Gastão d'Orléans-Bragança and Princess doña María de la Esperanza of Bourbon-Two Sicilies. Pedro Gastão's sinlings included the late Countess of Paris and the late Duchess of Bragança; while doña Esperanza's siblings included the late Countess of Barcelona and the late Infante don Alfonso, claimant to the throne of the Two Sicilies.
Tinko and Paola Maria spend their time between Brazil, where her family owns various estates, and Europe, where both have lived and studied.
Paola Maria de Bourbon
To view more of Tinko's excellent photography, visit his website:
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