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Queen Elizabeths State Bed, 1844. Creator: Unknown
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Queen Elizabeths State Bed, 1844. Creator: Unknown
Queen Elizabeths State Bed, 1844. Four-poster bed at Burghley House, near Stamford, Lincolnshire. The house was built in the 16th century for William Cecil, Lord Burghley, Lord High Treasurer to Queen Elizabeth I. This state bed has hangings of green velvet on a ground of gold tissue...The room is hung with tapestry, the subjects being Actseon and Diana, Bacchus and Ariadne, and Acis and Galatea. Queen Elizabeth is stated to have occupied the above state bed on her visit to her Lord High Treasurer. From " Illustrated London News", 1844, Vol V
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Queen Elizabeth's State Bed, 1844 - A Glimpse into Royal Opulence
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. This print captures the grandeur of Queen Elizabeth's State Bed, a remarkable piece of history that transports us back to the 16th century. Created by an unknown artist, this four-poster bed resides in Burghley House near Stamford, Lincolnshire. Originally built for William Cecil, Lord Burghley, who served as Queen Elizabeth I's trusted Lord High Treasurer. The bed is adorned with sumptuous green velvet hangings set against a backdrop of shimmering gold tissue. It exudes elegance and regality fit for a queen. The room itself is draped in exquisite tapestries depicting scenes from Greek mythology - Actaeon and Diana, Bacchus and Ariadne, and Acis and Galatea. Legend has it that Queen Elizabeth herself slept on this very bed during her visit to her loyal treasurer. This adds an extra layer of significance to an already magnificent piece of furniture. As we gaze upon this photograph today, we are transported to a time when opulence knew no bounds. We can almost imagine the queen reclining on the luxurious cushions while surrounded by courtiers attending to her every need. This image serves as a testament not only to the craftsmanship of its creator but also as a reminder of Britain's rich history and royal heritage. It stands as both a tourist attraction and an artifact worthy of admiration for generations to come.
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