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The Royal Sleigh, 1850. Creator: Unknown
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The Royal Sleigh, 1850. Creator: Unknown
The Royal Sleigh, 1850. Queen Victoria and family travelling during the winter. The Sketch of the curricle carriole - in which are her Majesty and two of the Royal children - driven by Prince Albert, upon the principle familiar to the dwellers in London since the introduction of Hansom's cabriolet, proves that a sleigh placed upon low runners may, nevertheless, be so constructed as to be divested of all inconvenience or inelegance...Her Majesty possesses three sleighs, or sledges, which are now at Windsor'. From "Illustrated London News", 1850
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This photograph print, entitled 'The Royal Sleigh, 1850,' showcases Queen Victoria and her family enjoying a winter outing in their horse-drawn sleigh. The image, published in the Illustrated London News, captures the essence of the season as the monarch and her children bundle up against the cold, donning fashionable apparel and toppers, including hats and top hats. Prince Albert, the consort of Queen Victoria, serves as the sleigh's driver, expertly maneuvering the horses through the snow-covered landscape. The sleigh itself, a low-runner design reminiscent of the Hansom cabriolet, defies the notion that such a vehicle would be inconvenient or uncouth. Queen Victoria's collection includes three sleighs or sledges, which were then stationed at Windsor. The print, engraved in black and white, offers a glimpse into the lives of the royals during the nineteenth century, providing a fascinating look at their fashion, transportation, and daily activities. The photograph's caption, taken from the Illustrated London News, highlights the ingenuity of the sleigh's design and the elegance of the royal passengers. The image stands as a testament to the enduring appeal of winter scenes and the charm of horse-drawn transportation during the Victorian era.
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