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The wedding of Jerome Bonaparte, 22nd August 1807 (1882-1884)
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The wedding of Jerome Bonaparte, 22nd August 1807 (1882-1884)
The wedding of Jerome Bonaparte, 22nd August 1807 (1882-1884). Jerome Bonaparte, the youngest brother of Napoleon, was made King of Westphalia by him in1807. He married Princess Catharina Frederica of Wurttemberg at the Royal Palace at Fontainebleau, France. The marriage was arranged by Napoleon, who believed that marrying a German princess would increase the new kings legitimacy. A print from La France et les Francais a Travers les Siecles, Volume IV, F Roy editor, A Challamel, Saint-Antoine, 1882-1884
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This print captures the grandeur of "The wedding of Jerome Bonaparte, 22nd August 1807". In this historic event, Jerome Bonaparte, the youngest brother of Napoleon, was crowned King of Westphalia by his powerful sibling. The ceremony took place at the magnificent Royal Palace in Fontainebleau, France. Arranged by Napoleon himself, this marriage to Princess Catharina Frederica of Wurttemberg was a strategic move aimed at solidifying Jerome's legitimacy as a ruler. By marrying a German princess, Napoleon believed that it would strengthen his brother's position on the throne. The image showcases an opulent interior with regal decorations befitting such a momentous occasion. The bride is resplendent in her wedding dress while standing beside her groom - both radiating elegance and poise. Surrounding them are members of royalty and distinguished guests who have gathered to witness this significant union. This engraving from La France et les Francais a Travers les Siecles serves as a testament to the Napoleonic era's grandeur and power dynamics within European monarchies during the early 19th century. It offers us a glimpse into history when empires were forged through strategic alliances and marriages between noble families held immense political significance. As we admire this snapshot frozen in time, we can't help but marvel at how one photograph can encapsulate so much history – from royal events to cultural exchanges between nations – all captured within the walls of Fontainebleau Palace on that fateful day in August 1807.
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