The young Albert Edward, who would in 1901 become King of the United Kingdom, proudly wears a new sailor suit ordered by his mother, Queen Victoria, in this unabashedly sentimental portrait of a much-loved, firstborn child. Edward ushered in a new century with vast changes including steam turbine propulsion and the rise of socialism. German painter Winterhalter, known for his fashionable Victorian court portraits, painted at least 120 works for the royal family, a large number still on display at Buckingham Palace and other royal residences. The authentic stretched canvas replica painting captures the original work's texture, depth of color, and even its subtle brushstrokes, which are applied by hand. The replica 4.375" wide, European style, bright gold-toned, ribbed frame is cast in quality designer resin with an acanthus leaf and floret border that draws the eye toward the beautiful image. Proudly printed and framed in the USA using imported molding.
