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Infant Edward VII plays with Ojibwe chiefs, 1910 (print)
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Infant Edward VII plays with Ojibwe chiefs, 1910 (print)
3785855 Infant Edward VII plays with Ojibwe chiefs, 1910 (print); (add.info.: Infant Edward VII plays with Ojibwe chiefs at Windsor Castle - from 1910 illustration by T. Walter Wilson. Native American chiefs reported to have visited two year old son of Queen Victoria and Prince Albert (in background), c. 1843. Young prince is presented with a feather and the dried claw of a bear. Ojibwe (also Ojibwa or Ojibway) or Chippewa (also Chippeway) largest groups of Native Americans north of Mexico. EVII: King of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland and of the British Dominions and Emperor of India from 22 January 1901 until his death in 1910, 9 November 1841 - 6 May 1910.
Edward VII, His Life and Times, eds Sir Richard Holmes, Volume 1, 1910. P35); Lebrecht History
Media ID 26121196
© Lebrecht History / Bridgeman Images
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This print captures a remarkable moment in history as Infant Edward VII, the future King of the United Kingdom, engages with Ojibwe chiefs at Windsor Castle in 1910. The image, originally illustrated by T. Walter Wilson, showcases a unique encounter between British royalty and Native American leaders. In this enchanting scene, we witness two-year-old Edward VII surrounded by esteemed Ojibwe chiefs who have journeyed from North America to visit him. As Queen Victoria and Prince Albert stand proudly in the background, young Edward is presented with a feather and the dried claw of a bear – symbolic gifts that bridge cultures and traditions. The Ojibwe people, also known as Chippewa, were one of the largest indigenous groups north of Mexico during this era. Their presence at Windsor Castle highlights their significance and influence on global affairs. This colorized portrait not only offers us an insight into royal life but also serves as a testament to cultural exchange during the late nineteenth century. It beautifully illustrates how different worlds can come together through diplomacy and curiosity. Preserved by Bridgeman Images' Fine Art Finder collection, this historical gem invites us to reflect on moments when boundaries are crossed and connections are forged between nations. It reminds us that even within formal settings like palaces or castles, there is room for friendship and understanding across diverse cultures.
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