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The Reception of HRH The Prince of Wales as Past Grand Master
145442 The Reception of HRH The Prince of Wales as Past Grand Master, 1st December 1869 (oil on canvas) by Rosenthal, Sigismund (1813-84); 101.5x132 cm; Library and Museum of Freemasonry, London, UK; (add.info.: Albert Edward (1841-1910), Prince of Wales, later Edward VII, became a Freemason in Sweden in 1868. The following year he was received as a member of the United Grand Lodge of England, the governing body of Freemasonry in England and Wales, and given the honorary title of Past Grand Master.
At the centre is the Grand Master, Thomas (1795-1873), 2nd Earl of Zetland, and to his right the Prince of Wales, who himself became Grand Master in 1874.); eMuseum of Freemasonry; British, out of copyright
Media ID 22216420
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The Reception of HRH The Prince of Wales as Past Grand Master
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. This print captures a significant moment in history, depicting the reception of HRH The Prince of Wales as Past Grand Master. Painted by Sigismund Rosenthal in 1869, this oil on canvas artwork measures 101.5x132 cm and is housed in the Library and Museum of Freemasonry in London. The painting showcases Albert Edward, later known as Edward VII, who became a Freemason in Sweden in 1868. A year later, he was warmly received into the United Grand Lodge of England and given the honorary title of Past Grand Master. Standing at the center is Thomas, the 2nd Earl of Zetland, serving as the Grand Master during this auspicious event. As we delve into this historical masterpiece, we witness an array of masonic symbolism and regal elegance. The grand lodge interior at Great Queen Street sets a majestic backdrop for this momentous occasion. Adorned with aprons and banners representing their respective lodges, members gather to honor their new Past Grand Master. The crowd eagerly gazes upon HRH The Prince of Wales with reverence and admiration. Little did they know that he would go on to become their future Grand Master just five years later. This remarkable piece not only immortalizes an important milestone within English Freemasonry but also serves as a testament to royal involvement within secret societies during that era.
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