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Louisa Ulrika Queen Of Sweden 18thc Oil Portrait
18th Century Royal Oil Portrait on canvas Of Louisa Ulrika Queen Of Sweden ( born 1720-died 1782 )
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CIRCLE OF Artist Martin van Meytens II [ The Younger ].
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A very good quality portrait depicting her majesty wearing a lace trimmed scarlet red dress with an ermine mantle, and miniature portrait pinned to her dress by a blue bow.
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She has diamond jewels and flowers in her hair. Depicted in the miniature is Queen Ulrika Eleonora of Denmark.
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She was the youngest child of King Charles XI and Ulrika Eleonora of Denmark and named after her mother. After the death of her brother King Charles XII in 1718, she claimed the throne.
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ABOUT SITTER
Louisa Ulrika of Prussia was born on 24 July 1720 as the daughter of Frederick William I of Prussia and his wife Sophia Dorothea of Hanover. She was their tenth child. At the age of three, she was put in the care of a French governess by the name of Mademoiselle de Jeaucourt with her sister Sophie. Her interests were literature, science, architecture, music, politics and fashion.
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Her first child was a stillborn son in 1745. Three more sons followed in 1746, 1748 and 1750. In 1753, the couple’s only daughter was born.
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She became Queen consort in March 1751 upon the death of King Frederick I. She and her husband were crowned together, and both swore to reject, “arbitrary and despotic powers.” It wasn’t long before Louisa Ulrika was fretting about the limitations imposed on the royal authority in Sweden.5 She formed a court party around aristocrats and young officers to restore the royal authority,
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LOUISA ULRIKA 1720-1782
Queen consort of Sweden
Reign 25 March 1751 – 12 February 1771
Coronation 26 November 1751
Born 24 July 1720
Berlin, Kingdom of Prussia
Died 16 July 1782 (aged 61)
Svartsjö, Sweden
Burial Riddarholmen Church
Spouse Adolf Frederick, King of Sweden
??(m. 1744 died 1771)?
Gustav III, King of Sweden
Charles XIII, King of Sweden
Frederick Adolf, Duke of Östergötland
Sophia Albertina, Abbess of Quedlinburg
House Hohenzollern
Father Frederick William I, King in Prussia
Mother Sophia Dorothea of Hanover
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ABOUT THE ARTIST
Martin van Meytens [ Circle Of ] (24 June 1695 – 23 March 1770) was a Swedish-Austrian painter who painted members of the Royal Court of Austria such as Marie Antoinette, Maria Theresa of Austria, Francis I, Holy Roman Emperor, the Emperor's family and many Royals and members of the aristocracy.
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Meytens was one of the most significant Austrian painters of representative Baroque courtly portrait, and through his pupils and followers his influence remained alive and widespread for a long time throughout the whole Empire. His personal virtues, varied interests, erudition and pleasant manners were highly appreciated by his contemporaries.
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The cameo on the chest was a typical trade mark of the artist.
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FRAME
This portrait has been presented in a stunning most decorative and detailed gilt gesso moulded period frame finished in a rich gold colour.A frame of this quality and rarity would be hard to buy today and could achieve towards £500 if sold separately.
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DATELINE
The estimated dateline is around circa 1750 ( Mid 18th Century )
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CONDITION
Extensively restored and maintained throughout its lifetime.
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FRAMED MEASUREMENTS
Height = 98 cm (38.6")
Width = 88.2 cm (34.7")
Depth = 4 cm (1.5”)
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DELIVERY
UK Delivery Next Day Tracked £80
Worldwide : £300
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Item awaiting arrival / Full details to follow about sitter and artist.
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Enquiries Tel: 07547 617528
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Quote Our Stock Ref CLC/057
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SellerHistoric Antique Paintings
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Historic Antique Paintings
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By appointment only
East Midlands
Leicestershire
Tel : 07547 617528
Non UK callers : +44 7547 617528
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CIRCLE OF Artist Martin van Meytens II [ The Younger ].
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A very good quality portrait depicting her majesty wearing a lace trimmed scarlet red dress with an ermine mantle, and miniature portrait pinned to her dress by a blue bow.
-
She has diamond jewels and flowers in her hair. Depicted in the miniature is Queen Ulrika Eleonora of Denmark.
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She was the youngest child of King Charles XI and Ulrika Eleonora of Denmark and named after her mother. After the death of her brother King Charles XII in 1718, she claimed the throne.
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ABOUT SITTER
Louisa Ulrika of Prussia was born on 24 July 1720 as the daughter of Frederick William I of Prussia and his wife Sophia Dorothea of Hanover. She was their tenth child. At the age of three, she was put in the care of a French governess by the name of Mademoiselle de Jeaucourt with her sister Sophie. Her interests were literature, science, architecture, music, politics and fashion.
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Her first child was a stillborn son in 1745. Three more sons followed in 1746, 1748 and 1750. In 1753, the couple’s only daughter was born.
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She became Queen consort in March 1751 upon the death of King Frederick I. She and her husband were crowned together, and both swore to reject, “arbitrary and despotic powers.” It wasn’t long before Louisa Ulrika was fretting about the limitations imposed on the royal authority in Sweden.5 She formed a court party around aristocrats and young officers to restore the royal authority,
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LOUISA ULRIKA 1720-1782
Queen consort of Sweden
Reign 25 March 1751 – 12 February 1771
Coronation 26 November 1751
Born 24 July 1720
Berlin, Kingdom of Prussia
Died 16 July 1782 (aged 61)
Svartsjö, Sweden
Burial Riddarholmen Church
Spouse Adolf Frederick, King of Sweden
??(m. 1744 died 1771)?
Gustav III, King of Sweden
Charles XIII, King of Sweden
Frederick Adolf, Duke of Östergötland
Sophia Albertina, Abbess of Quedlinburg
House Hohenzollern
Father Frederick William I, King in Prussia
Mother Sophia Dorothea of Hanover
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ABOUT THE ARTIST
Martin van Meytens [ Circle Of ] (24 June 1695 – 23 March 1770) was a Swedish-Austrian painter who painted members of the Royal Court of Austria such as Marie Antoinette, Maria Theresa of Austria, Francis I, Holy Roman Emperor, the Emperor's family and many Royals and members of the aristocracy.
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Meytens was one of the most significant Austrian painters of representative Baroque courtly portrait, and through his pupils and followers his influence remained alive and widespread for a long time throughout the whole Empire. His personal virtues, varied interests, erudition and pleasant manners were highly appreciated by his contemporaries.
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The cameo on the chest was a typical trade mark of the artist.
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FRAME
This portrait has been presented in a stunning most decorative and detailed gilt gesso moulded period frame finished in a rich gold colour.A frame of this quality and rarity would be hard to buy today and could achieve towards £500 if sold separately.
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DATELINE
The estimated dateline is around circa 1750 ( Mid 18th Century )
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CONDITION
Extensively restored and maintained throughout its lifetime.
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FRAMED MEASUREMENTS
Height = 98 cm (38.6")
Width = 88.2 cm (34.7")
Depth = 4 cm (1.5”)
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DELIVERY
UK Delivery Next Day Tracked £80
Worldwide : £300
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Item awaiting arrival / Full details to follow about sitter and artist.
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Enquiries Tel: 07547 617528
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Quote Our Stock Ref CLC/057
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Price The price has been listed in British Pounds.
Conversion rates as of 9/MAY/2024. Euro & Dollar prices will vary and should only be used as a guide.
Always confirm final price with dealer. SOLD
DimensionsFrame Size :
Height = 98 cm (38.6")
Width = 88.2 cm (34.7")
Depth = 4 cm (1.5”)
Date 18th Century
Mid 18th Century Antiques Material Oil Painting on Canvas
Origin Swedish
Condition Very Good Order Throughoit For Age
Item code as970a113 / CLC/057
Status Sold
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Shipping information
Confirmation of delivery is provided by email which includes a courier tracking number and date of posting or collection.
Shipping costs are charged based on the particular service used [ either next day express or economy ] and Size / Weight of item.
Delivery by private courier within the UK Mainland will be used for very large paintings and is charged at a flat rate of £80 for paintings only [ allow 7-14 days delivery time ]
International Delivery Quotes Worldwide are available on request by providing your full name and address together with a postal / area code and a contact number.
Returns are accepted within 14 days of receipt if the item is found to have been misdescribed and the purchaser may be liable for the return costs subject to reasons for return.
Returns authorisation should be requested by sending an e-mail before posting.
Once we receive the item in good order as supplied not withstanding notified transit damage, we will return payment using the same payment method.
Shipping costs are charged based on the particular service used [ either next day express or economy ] and Size / Weight of item.
Delivery by private courier within the UK Mainland will be used for very large paintings and is charged at a flat rate of £80 for paintings only [ allow 7-14 days delivery time ]
International Delivery Quotes Worldwide are available on request by providing your full name and address together with a postal / area code and a contact number.
Returns are accepted within 14 days of receipt if the item is found to have been misdescribed and the purchaser may be liable for the return costs subject to reasons for return.
Returns authorisation should be requested by sending an e-mail before posting.
Once we receive the item in good order as supplied not withstanding notified transit damage, we will return payment using the same payment method.
Terms and conditions
Payment is required within 3 calendar days of the sale being agreed.International transfers are required within 5 days of point of sale.
If payment is not received within this time, Historic Antique Paintings reserves the right to consider selling the item to another customer at its discretion [ unless a longer payment time has been pre-agreed ] and will provide written notice by email before voiding any existing sales agreement.
Payment is preferred by Bankers Transfer or alternatively you are welcome to make payment using Pay-Pal, by Debit / Credit Card or by posting a UK Sterling Cheque drawn on a UK Bank or Building Society [ note goods will only be released once the cheque payment is fully cleared / normally within 3 weekdays or 5 days should a weekend be included.
If payment is not received within this time, Historic Antique Paintings reserves the right to consider selling the item to another customer at its discretion [ unless a longer payment time has been pre-agreed ] and will provide written notice by email before voiding any existing sales agreement.
Payment is preferred by Bankers Transfer or alternatively you are welcome to make payment using Pay-Pal, by Debit / Credit Card or by posting a UK Sterling Cheque drawn on a UK Bank or Building Society [ note goods will only be released once the cheque payment is fully cleared / normally within 3 weekdays or 5 days should a weekend be included.
View all stock from
Historic Antique Paintings
Private dealerBy appointment only
East Midlands
Leicestershire
Tel : 07547 617528
Non UK callers : +44 7547 617528
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