Princess Ludmilla Arenberg Duchess of Croy | Diamond Leaf and Flowers Tiara |Royal Wedding Gifts
Princess Isabella of Croy – Princess Franz of Bavaria | Diamond Flower and Leaf Tiara | Royal Jewel History
Flower and Leaf Tiara Diamond Diadem Heirloom of the Haus Bayern and Wittelsbach. The bridal tiara is first seen worn from Princess Franz, Prinzessin Isabella Croy after her marriage in 1912.
But it was a brooch earlier and the wedding gift from Princess Ernst Arenberg to her mother, The Duchess of Croy.
Princess Ernst Arenberg was : Prinzessin Sophie Auersperg 1811-1901 oo Fürst Ernst von Arenberg 1777-1857
The diamond flower leaf tiara was later given to Princess Irmingard of Bavaria, her daughter. the tiara of the bride in the form of leafs branches and flowers was already worn by Prince Ludwig’s grandmother, Princess Irmingard of Bavaria, at her wedding in 1950.
Prinzessin Isabella von Bayern | Blüten & Blätter Diadem mit Saphiren Tiara| Royal Diadem Prinzessin Croy| Prinzessin Franz von Bayern| Haus Wittelsbach Bayern
Flower & Leaf Diamond Tiara| Royal Diadem of Princess Isabella of Bavaria| Princess Franz of Bavaria| House of Wittelsbach Bayern|Germany
Flower & Leaf Diamond Tiara with five sapphires| Royal Wedding Diadem of Princess Sophie Alexandra von Bayern| Princess Isabella Croy| Franz of Bavaria House of Wittelsbach Bayern
Hochzeit im Hause Wittelsbach Ludwig Prinz von Bayern heiratet Sophie-Alexandra Evekink
Am Samstag, den 20. Mai 2023, werden Prinz Ludwig von Bayern und Sophie-Alexandra Evekink in München den Bund fürs Leben eingehen. Es wird eine außergewöhnliche Hochzeit des bayerischen Hochadels sein, die große Begeisterung bei den Anhängern des Hauses Bayern und Wittelsbach, auslösen wird. Die Trauung findet in der Theatinerkirche in München vor etwa 700 geladenen Gästen statt. Kardinal Reinhard Marx, der Erzbischof von München und Freising, wird die Zeremonie leiten, unterstützt von Benediktiner-Abt Johannes Eckert und einem befreundeten kenianischen Priester. Neben Familienmitgliedern und Verwandten werden auch Vertreter aus Politik und Kultur unter den Hochzeitsgästen sein. Es wird erwartet, dass auch Delegationen bayerischer Traditionsvereine, die dem Haus Wittelsbach verbunden sind, anwesend sein werden.
Nach der Trauung wird Herzog Franz von Bayern, der Chef des Hauses, einen prachtvollen Empfang für die Hochzeitsgesellschaft auf Schloss Nymphenburg ausrichten.
Beim Einzug in die Theatinerkirche und die Hochzeitszeremonie werden kurz vom Bayr. Fernsehen von der Residenz begleitet, während die Ankunft der Gäste beim Empfang auf Schloss Nymphenburg stattfindet.
Prinz Ludwig von Bayern und Sophie-Alexandra Evekink hatten ihre Verlobung im vergangenen Sommer bekannt gegeben.
Prinz Ludwig von Bayern ist der älteste Sohn von Prinz Luitpold und Prinzessin Beatrix von Bayern. Er ist Jurist und arbeitet seit rund zehn Jahren in der Entwicklungshilfe. Die Braut, Sophie-Alexandra Evekink, stammt aus einer niederländisch-kanadischen Familie und hat in England Politik und Kriminalwissenschaften studiert. Sie hat unter anderem Erfahrungen in der Arbeitswelt bei den Vereinten Nationen, derzeit ist sie an der Universität Oxford tätig.
Ludwig Prinz von Bayern und Sophie-Alexandra Evekink haben bereits an Heiligabend 2022 standesamtlich geheiratet , in einer kleinen Feier in Tracht, nur mit den Eltern der beiden sagte die Herzogliche Verwaltung
Der Bürgermeister von Geltendorf (Landkreis Landsberg am Lech) vollzog die Trauung demnach auf Schloss Kaltenberg.
Prinz Luitpold von Bayern (*1951) (Linienchef)
Prinz Luitpold von Bayern ist das einzige Kind von Prinz Ludwig von Bayern (1913 – 2008). Er ist mit Prinzessin Beatrix geb. Wiegand verheiratet. Das Paar hat fünf Kinder: Dr. Auguste Prinzessin zu Lippe-Weißenfeld PhD (*1979), Dr. rer.nat. Alice Prinzessin von Auersperg (*1981), Ludwig (*1982), Heinrich (*1986) und Karl (*1987).
Prinz Luitpold studierte in München Jura. Von 1976 an führte er die Geschäfte der Schloßbrauerei Kaltenberg und baute ein Netzwerk von Markenlizensierungen im In- und Ausland auf. Weiterhin gründete er das Kaltenberger Ritterturnier, das 1995 bis 2014 unter der Führung seiner Frau Prinzessin Beatrix stand und heute von seinem Sohn Prinz Heinrich geleitet wird. Im Jahr 2011 übernahm Prinz Luitpold die traditionsreiche Porzellanmanufaktur Nymphenburg in München.
Sein Sohn siehe oben, Prinz Ludwig von Bayern (*1982) ist Jurist und führt die Stiftung Hilfsverein Nymphenburg. Seit 2011 engagiert er sich vor allem in Ostafrika. Mit dem Hilfsverein Nymphenburg arbeitet er dort in klassischen Hilfsprojekten wie der Sicherung von Ernährungsprogrammen. Außerdem hat er zusammen mit Partnern ein innovatives Ausbildungskonzept im IT-Bereich für junge Leute aus dieser Region gestartet. Nach seinem Onkel Herzog Max in Bayern und seinem Vater Prinz Luitpold von Bayern wird er die Nachfolge als Chef des Hauses Wittelsbach antreten.
20.05.2023 Abends ist ein Teil der Gäste zur Brautsoiree in Schloss Schleißheim eingeladen – es gab Tiaras :-), die Familien Baden, Hannover, Hessen, Österreich, Sachsen und Preussen, wurden gesichtet. Zudem wurden Familienoberhäupter ehemaliger europäischer Monarchien wie Rumänien oder Portugal gesehen . Aus Liechtenstein kommen der Erbprinz und die Erbprinzessin, geborene Herzogin in Bayern.
Princess Sophie of Bavaria | Wittelsbach Royal Jewels | Wedding Duchess of Arenberg
Bavarian Royal Wedding
On January 20, 1955, Princess Sophie of Bavaria, the youngest daughter of Crown Prince Rupprecht, married Jean-Engelbert von Arenberg, the 12th Duke of Arenberg, in the collegiate church by the Archbishop of Munich, Dr. Joseph Cardinal Wendel.
The history of the Royal Diamond Star Tiara
The day of the church wedding began with the traditional Berchtesgaden Christmas archer custom of waking the bride. At 7 a.m. the „Markerer“ fired for the bride from the stand in the courtyard garden, the „Stanggasser“ for the groom at the Hotel Geiger. For the church wedding at 11 a.m. in the collegiate church, the »Berchtesgadener Anzeiger« not only mentions that the bride wore a white organza dress with a historical, light blue, silver-embroidered silk train, »over it a white ermine jacket, a bouquet of dewy white roses on the breast«, but also that Cardinal Wendel performed the wedding ceremony in the historic Maria Theresa regalia of the collegiate church. »At the wedding mass, HH Pastor Schüller is presbyter assistens, Honorary Levites are HH Chaplain Gillhuber and Father Gundekar from Munich, because, according to old tradition, a Capuchin priest should be present at every wedding in the Arenberg house. Centuries ago, when the Arenberg family was about to die out in the male line, the Pope at the time released a Capuchin from the Arenberg house from his vows so that he could start a family.«
Around 100 singers from the Stiftskirche choir and the Liedertafel, as well as instrumentalists, accompanied the wedding ceremony with Joseph Haydn’s »Holy Mass«. After the service, the market band played a stand concert on the Schlossplatz, whereby now around five thousand people had gathered and cheered the bridal couple. »And now came the great, probably most impressive moment: the tall figure of the crown prince is standing at the window. When he waves to the thousands, the cheering doesn’t end. The band sings the royal anthem. Enthusiastically, the crowd joins in the ‚Hail to our king, hail!‘ It’s amazing how many people can still read the text. Even men’s eyes water, many women sob with emotion. The sun is shining from the white-blue sky on the castle courtyard, which is crammed full of people. It is a unique, overwhelming moment. No one can escape the magic of this hour.«
Princess Sophie Maria Theresia of Bavaria was born in Starnberg on June 20, 1935; she was 19 years old when she got married. Her husband, Prince and Duke Jean-Engelbert Maria Paul Werner Anton Josef von Arenberg was born in The Hague on July 14, 1921; at the time of the marriage he was a doctor of law, magister artium, knight of honor of the Order of Malta and owner of one of the largest banks in Brussels; he died on August 15, 2011 in Lausanne. The couple has five children: Leopold, Karl-Ludwig, Marie-Gabrielle, Henri and Etienne von Arenberg. Incidentally, the bride’s father, Crown Prince Rupprecht, died just a few months after the wedding celebrations on August 2, 1955 at Leutstetten Castle near Starnberg. He was buried in the Munich Theatinerkirche.
Ruby and diamond ‚Jarretière‘ bracelet | Marlene Dietrich’s extraordinary jewels from Van Cleef & Arpels
The Van Cleef & Arpels ruby and diamond ‚Jarretière‘ bracelet holds a fascinating story, making it one of the most important jewels of all time. This exceptional piece of jewellery stars in Anne Eisenhower’s remarkable collection, all exuding the timeless elegance of old Hollywood glamour.
Marlene Dietrich, renowned for her distinctive voice and trailblazing style, epitomized the essence of Hollywood stardom. A German-American actress, she soared to fame during the transition from silent films to talkies, captivating audiences with her magnetic presence. In the 1930s, Dietrich worked under contract with Paramount Pictures, collaborating frequently with Austrian-American director Josef von Sternberg on notable films like „The Blue Angel“ (1930) and „Blonde Venus“ (1932).
As Dietrich’s fame grew, she expanded her repertoire, collaborating with other legendary directors, including the esteemed Alfred Hitchcock. Dietrich’s Van Cleef & Arpels ruby and diamond ‚Jarretière‘ bracelet, a prominent piece worn by the actress during the filming of „Stage Fright,“ the 1950 thriller directed by Hitchcock. This bracelet has become the star lot in the Magnificent Jewels of Anne Eisenhower .
Prior to entering the collection of the late philanthropist, interior designer, and granddaughter of Dwight D. Eisenhower, the bracelet held a special place in Marlene Dietrich’s heart, both on and off the silver screen. It was the bracelet as one of the most recognizable pieces of Van Cleef & Arpels ever produced, attesting to its iconic status.
Beyond their shared glamour and magnetism, both Anne Eisenhower and Dietrich possessed a strong sense of patriotism. While Anne’s grandfather led the Allied Forces in liberating Nazi-occupied Europe during World War II, Dietrich became a dedicated advocate for the US war effort. After renouncing her German citizenship and becoming a US citizen in the late 1930s, Dietrich utilized her position in the spotlight to sell war bonds during World War II and volunteer at the Hollywood canteen, a popular gathering place for off-duty soldiers, alongside other Hollywood luminaries. She also embarked on two USO tours in 1944 and 1945, entertaining troops in France, Italy, Algeria, and Germany. In recognition of her contributions, she received the Medal of Freedom from the US government and the Legion of Honour from the French government in 1947.
Marlene Dietrich resumed her work on screen and stage in the late 1940s and early 1950s, featuring in notable films such as Billy Wilder’s „A Foreign Affair“ and Hitchcock’s „Stage Fright.“ During this time, she formed enduring relationships with renowned fashion and jewelry houses, including Christian Dior, Cartier, and Van Cleef & Arpels. Dietrich’s close friendship with Louis Arpels, a member of the Van Cleef & Arpels family, led to the creation of one of the most extraordinary pieces of jewelry ever made: her ruby and diamond bracelet.
Crafted in 1937 by Van Cleef & Arpels‘ expert jewellers, the cuff bracelet features oval-shaped rubies, round, square-shaped, and baguette-cut diamonds, all meticulously set in platinum. Notably, the bracelet graced several scenes in Hitchcock’s „Stage Fright,“ as Dietrich’s character,
The VCA ruby and diamond cuff bracelet will be offered by Christie’s New York in June 7th.
Turquoise and Diamond Jewels | Important Russian Turquoise and Diamond Set Queen Ingrid of Denmark | Queen Margarethe of Denmark
Important Romanov Turquoises. The Russian empress Catherine the Great passed down a set of diamond turquoise jewels through the generations, Princess Louise of Prussia – the Duchess of Connaught to Princess Margaret of Connaught, Princess Ingrid of Sweden her daughter is the late Queen Ingrid of Denmark.
Princess Margaret is a maternal grandmother of Queen Margrethe and the paternal grandmother of King Carl-Gustav of Sweden.
That is how these jewels found their way to Queen Margrethe, see above with the older setting and the smaller ear pendants, and she gifted them to Crown Princess Mary in 2022 for her 50th birthday.
The collection of Turquoises of Queen Ingrid of Denmark left from her mother Princess Margareta of Connaught, the Crown Princess of Sweden.
Turquoise Bracelet,
Turquoise Diamond Cuff with seven oval Turquoises,
Turquoise Tiara,
Turquoise Diamond Cluster Brooch,
Turquoise Diamond earrings,
Turquoise Diamond smaller ear pendants now Crown princess Mary of Denmark,
Turquoise Diamond Heart Brooch,
Turquoise Diamond Ring,
Turquoise Diamond pendant,
Turquoise Diamond ornament,
Turquoise Diamond Paisley brooch,
Turquoise Diamond pear shaped pendant,
Turquoise tiara with turquoises and daisies,
Turquoise Diamond jewellery
Princess Margaret of Connaught | Crown Princess of Sweden Wedding Present – from the Viscount and Viscountess Coke, a turquoise and diamond tiara of marguerites
Above Princess Ingrid of Sweden when she had her first court
Princess Margaret of Connaught | Crown Princess of Sweden Wedding Present – Turquoise Cabochon with 4 Diamonds from the Duchess of Devonshire
Princess Margaret of Connaught | Crown Princess of Sweden Wedding Present – Turquoise Tiara, Turquoise cluster brooch with pendant Turquoise Earrings
Princess Margaret of Connaught | Crown Princess of Sweden Wedding Present – Turquoise cluster and Diamond brooch, Turquoise pendant – Royal Jewel history
An oval turquoise and diamond cluster brooch and drop shape pendant, and turquoise and diamond cluster earrings once belonged to Empress Catherine II of Russia, also known as Catherine the Great, and inherited through Princess Louise Margaret of Prussia, the Duchess of Connaught, Crown Princess Margareta of Sweden and Queen Ingrid left to Queen Margarete of Denmark. She presented it to her daughter-in-law, crown princess Mary, on their 50th birthday.
