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Queen Mary of Teck and Elisabeth of Belgium
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Queen Mary of Teck and Elisabeth of Belgium
ELISABETH OF BAVARIA Wife of Albert I, King of Belgium, with Mary, Queen of Britain (left)
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This striking photograph captures a rare moment of camaraderie between two regal women, Queen Mary of Teck, consort to King George V of the United Kingdom, and Queen Elisabeth of Belgium, wife of Albert I, King of the Belgians. The image, taken in the early 20th century, showcases the elegant and sophisticated air of the two queens as they engage in a warm conversation. Mary of Teck, born Princess Victoria Mary of Saxe-Coburg and Gotha, became the Queen Consort of the United Kingdom upon her marriage to the future King George V in 1893. Her background as a German princess caused some initial controversy, but she quickly won over the British public with her charm and grace. Elisabeth of Bavaria, on the other hand, was born a princess of the House of Wittelsbach and became the Queen of the Belgians in 1900 when she married Albert I. She was known for her beauty, intelligence, and strong will, and played an active role in Belgian politics and society. Despite their different nationalities and roles, the two women shared a close bond. They were both members of the same royal family, as their mothers were sisters. Additionally, they were both mothers of future monarchs - Mary gave birth to King George VI, while Elisabeth was the mother of Leopold III and Albert II. The photograph was likely taken during one of their meetings, possibly during a state visit or a royal event. The setting, with its ornate furnishings and elegant decor, underscores the grandeur and opulence of the royal world in which they lived. The image serves as a reminder of the complex web of royal relationships that existed during this period, and the enduring bonds between members of European royal families.
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