Queen Alexandras Christmas Gift Book Collection (page 2)

Queen Alexandra (1844-1925) with her daughter Princess Victoria (1868-1935). 1908. Artist: Queen Alexandra
Queen Alexandra (1844-1925) with her daughter, Princess Victoria (1868-1935) on board the royal yacht Victoria and Albert III, 1908

King Edward VII (1841-1910) with his son George (1865-1936) and his two eldest grandsons, 1908. Artist: Queen Alexandra
King Edward VII (1841-1910) with his son George (1865-1936) and his two eldest grandsons on board the royal yacht Victoria and Albert III, 1908

King George I of Greece with Commodore Keppel and Lord Howe, Corfu, Greece, 1908. Artist: Queen Alexandra
King George I of Greece (1845-1913) with Commodore Sir Henry Keppel (1809-1904) and Lord Howe (1861-1929), Corfu, Greece, 1908

Lord Charles Beresford (1846-1919), 1908. Artist: Queen Alexandra
Lord Charles Beresford (1846-1919), 1908. Beresford had a long naval career. He rose to the rank of Admiral and commanded the Mediterranean Fleet from 1905 to 1907

Prince George (1865-1936), the future King George V, Corfu, Greece, 1908. Artist: Queen Alexandra
Prince George (1865-1936), the future King George V, Corfu, Greece, 1908. The prince is seen here at a tea party at the Villa Mon Repo

HMS Spartan off Norway, 1904 (1908). Artist: Queen Alexandra
HMS Spartan off Norway, 1904 (1908). Spartan was a second class cruiser which was launched in 1891 and remained in service until 1931

Two ships boys on the royal yacht Victoria and Albert III, 1908. Artist: Queen Alexandra
Two ships boys on the royal yacht Victoria and Albert III, 1908. From Queen Alexandras Christmas Gift Book, Photographs from My Camera, by Queen Alexandra, published by The Daily Telegraph (London)

Commander Sir Archibald Milne (1855-1938) with Captain V Stanley, 1908. Artist: Queen Alexandra
Commander Sir Archibald Milne (1855-1938) with Captain V Stanley, 1908. Milne served on the royal yachts for ten years, as senior officer from 1903 to 1905, and was a friend of Queen Alexandra

The Empress Maria Feodorovna looking at a Danish naval vessel off Hvidovre, Denmark, 1908. Artist: Queen Alexandra
The Empress Maria Feodorovna (1847-1928) looking at a Danish naval vessel off Hvidovre, Denmark, 1908. From Queen Alexandras Christmas Gift Book, Photographs from My Camera, by Queen Alexandra

The little Caesarevitch with his sailor friend, 1908. Artist: Queen Alexandra
The little Caesarevitch with his sailor friend, 1908. The Tsarevich Alexei Romanov (1904-1918) was the only son of Nicholas II

Sir Charles Hardinge, Sir Arthur Nicolson and General Sir John French, 1908. Artist: Queen Alexandra
Sir Charles Hardinge, Sir Arthur Nicolson and General Sir John French, 1908. Charles Hardinge (1858-1944), later Baron Hardinge of Penshurst

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"Queen Alexandra's Christmas Gift Book: A Glimpse into Royal Adventures and Admirable Artistry" Step into the world of Queen Alexandra, a woman of many talents and passions. In her remarkable Christmas Gift Book, she showcases her artistic prowess through a collection of captivating illustrations that depict various moments in history. One such illustration transports us to the royal yacht Victoria and Albert III, where we witness the camaraderie among its crew during their Norwegian voyage in 1904. The artist's attention to detail allows us to feel as though we are right there with them, experiencing the beauty of Norway firsthand. Another artwork introduces us to King Christian IX of Denmark and Prince Frederick in 1904. Queen Alexandra skillfully captures their regal presence, immortalizing this moment for generations to come. Intriguingly, Queen Alexandra also portrays Commodore Sir Archibald Milne in 1908. Her artistry brings out his distinguished features, reflecting his significant contributions within naval circles. The HMS Nimrod takes center stage in another illustration from 1907. This ship was famously associated with Ernest Shackleton's Antarctic expeditions. Through Queen Alexandra's brushstrokes, we can almost sense the adventure and determination that filled those icy waters. Moving away from maritime scenes but still embracing historical significance is an image depicting the opening of Cardiff's Alexandra Dock in 1907. The artist masterfully captures both grandeur and excitement surrounding this event. A naval review off Portsmouth coast becomes alive under Queen Alexandra’s skilled hand; it seems as if one could hear cheers echoing across time as ships sail by proudly displaying their mightiness on display for all to see. We are then taken back underwater with an awe-inspiring depiction of HMS Gladiator being raised from its watery grave in 1908—a testament not only to technical achievements but also resilience against adversity. Returning once more to Norway is an enchanting portrayal of two sailors on the royal yacht, their faces filled with joy and contentment.