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Death of the Prince of Wales, son of King George II. Artist: C Sheeres
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Death of the Prince of Wales, son of King George II. Artist: C Sheeres
Death of the prince of Wales, son of George II. Frederick, Prince of Wales (1707-1751) was the eldest son of George II and heir to the throne. He quarrelled constantly with his father, to the extent that George II considered possible means of bypassing him for the succession. In the event, Frederick died before George and the throne eventually passed to his own eldest son, George III
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Death of the Prince of Wales - A Tumultuous Legacy
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. This poignant print captures a significant moment in British history, depicting the deathbed scene of Frederick Louis, Prince of Wales. The eldest son of King George II and heir to the throne, Frederick's life was marred by constant quarrels with his father. Their strained relationship reached such heights that King George II even contemplated bypassing him for succession. In this somber image, we witness the solemnity and gravity surrounding Frederick's passing. The dimly lit room is adorned with candles, casting an ethereal glow on the faces gathered around his bedchamber. Among them are women who mourn alongside a man who has met his untimely end. Frederick's premature demise altered the course of British monarchy as it eventually led to his own son ascending to power as George III. This engraving serves as a stark reminder of how family dynamics can shape destinies and influence nations. The artist behind this evocative piece is C Sheeres, whose attention to detail brings forth emotions through monochrome imagery. Through their skillful rendering, they have immortalized not only the physical likeness but also captured the essence of this pivotal moment in time. As we gaze upon this historical artifact from 18th-century Britain, we are reminded that even within royal circles, familial strife can leave an indelible mark on legacies and reshape dynasties forevermore.
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