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Daisy, Princess of Pless and her sons
Daisy, Princess Henry of Pless (1873 - 1943), formerly Mary Theresa Olivia Cornwallis-West. A great Edwardian society beauty, she married one of Imperial Germanys wealthiest princes in 1891. Her memoirs are an insightful record of the Edwardian era. Her son, pictured on the right here, became Hans Heinrich XVII, 4th Prince of Pless (1900 - 1984). The younger is Alexander Frederick (Alexander von Hochberg). Date: 1910
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In this elegant photograph, Daisy, Princess Henry of Pless, formerly Mary Theresa Olivia Cornwallis-West, is depicted with her two sons, Hans Heinrich XVII, 4th Prince of Pless and Alexander Frederick, in the year 1910. The Princess, a renowned Edwardian society beauty, married one of Imperial Germany's wealthiest princes, Prince Henry XXII of Pless, in 1891. Her memoirs provide an insightful record of the opulent and intriguing Edwardian era, offering a unique perspective on the aristocracy and high society of the time. The eldest son, Hans Heinrich XVII, born in 1900, is shown on the right side of the image, dressed in formal attire, reflecting his noble status. The younger son, Alexander Frederick, born in 1903, is seated on the lap of his mother, wearing a playful expression. The photograph captures the tender moment between mother and sons, as well as the refined elegance of the Princess and her family. Daisy, Princess Henry of Pless, was a captivating figure in her time, known for her beauty and charm. Her marriage to Prince Henry marked a significant union between British and German aristocracy, and their family became an essential part of the European royal scene. The photograph serves as a testament to the grace and sophistication of the Edwardian era and the lives of its prominent figures.
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