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George IV. Taking his favorite Exercise, near the Sandpit Gate, Windsor Park, 1830
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George IV. Taking his favorite Exercise, near the Sandpit Gate, Windsor Park, 1830
George IV. Taking his favorite Exercise, near the Sandpit Gate, Windsor Park, 1830. King George IV (1762-1830) taking exercise in the form of riding in a carriage near Windsor Castle. George was famously overweight and unhealthy due to his heavy drinking and the huge banquets he indulged in. He suffered from gout, arteriosclerosis, peripheral oedema ( dropsy ), and possibly porphyria.[Thomas Kelly, London, 1830]
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George IV. Taking his favorite Exercise, near the Sandpit Gate, Windsor Park, 1830". This print captures a rare glimpse into the life of King George IV during his reign in the early 19th century. In this image, we see the overweight and unhealthy monarch taking his favorite form of exercise - riding in a carriage near Windsor Castle. King George IV was notorious for his indulgent lifestyle, marked by heavy drinking and extravagant banquets. His health suffered greatly as a result, with ailments such as gout, arteriosclerosis, peripheral oedema (dropsy), and possibly porphyria plaguing him. Despite these health challenges, here we witness the king enjoying a leisurely ride through Windsor Park. The horse-drawn carriage gracefully glides along the road while George sits comfortably inside. The grandeur of Windsor Castle looms in the background, serving as a reminder of his royal status. This photograph not only offers us an intimate view into George's daily routine but also provides insight into the opulence and extravagance associated with monarchy during that era. It serves as a historical testament to both the power and vulnerabilities of one of Britain's most iconic kings. As we gaze upon this image captured by Thomas Kelly in London back in 1830, let us reflect on how times have changed since then while appreciating our ability to preserve moments from history through photography.
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