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Queen Kristina as a Child, 1630s. Creator: School of Jacob Heinrich Elbfas
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Queen Kristina as a Child, 1630s. Creator: School of Jacob Heinrich Elbfas
Queen Kristina as a Child, 1630s
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1630s Christina Alexandra Christina I Of Sweden Christina Of Sweden Christina Queen Of Sweden Christine Of Sweden Elbfas Jacob Heinrich Elbfas Jacob Hendrik Elbfas Jacob Henrik Elbfas Jakob Heinrich Elbfas Jakob Henrik Elbfass Jacob Hendrich Feather Feathers House Of Vasa Jacob Heinrich Elbfas Jacob Hendrik Elbfas Kristina Augusta Wasa Kristina Of Sweden Queen Christina Queen Christina Of Sweden Queen Christine Of Sweden Queen Kristina Of Sweden Queen Of Sweden Sceptre Teenage Teenager Teenagers Teens Ladieswear National Museum Sweden Nationalmuseum Sweden Stockholm National Museum Womens Wear Womenswear
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This full-length portrait depicts Queen Kristina of Sweden, also known as Kristina Augusta Wasa, as a young child in the 1630s. The painting, created by the School of Jacob Heinrich Elbfas, showcases the future monarch's elegant attire and the rich heritage of the House of Vasa. Dressed in a vibrant, patterned gown adorned with intricate gold detailing and a voluminous, feathered headdress, Kristina exudes regal charm. The color palette of the painting is dominated by deep reds and golden hues, reflecting the opulence and grandeur of the Swedish court during this period. The painting, an oil on canvas work, is a testament to the artistic prowess of the School of Jacob Heinrich Elbfas, a renowned German artistic institution. The meticulous attention to detail and the lifelike representation of the young queen's features are a hallmark of the school's style. The portrait offers a glimpse into the life of one of Sweden's most fascinating monarchs. Born in 1626, Kristina was the only child of King Gustavus Adolphus and Queen Maria Eleonora. She ascended to the throne at the age of six following her father's death in battle in 1632. The painting captures her as a cherubic, innocent child, oblivious to the political turmoil and challenges that awaited her as she grew up to become a powerful and influential queen. This portrait is now part of the esteemed collection of the Nationalmuseum in Stockholm, Sweden, and is a must-see for anyone interested in the history of art, fashion, and the House of Vasa.
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