{"title":"Photos - Prince Adalbert","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePhotos of Prince Adalbert – The Naval Prince in the Mirror of History\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe photographs of \u003cstrong\u003ePrince Adalbert of Prussia (1884–1948)\u003c\/strong\u003e depict the third-born son of Kaiser Wilhelm II in his role as an officer in the Imperial Navy and representative of the House of Hohenzollern. He joined the navy at the age of ten and later became a corvette captain. The pictures show him in uniform, on trips to Brazil, Beijing, and Athens, as well as at official occasions with his wife, \u003cstrong\u003ePrincess Adelheid of Saxe-Meiningen\u003c\/strong\u003e , and their children.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cspan\u003eDuring the First World War, Adalbert commanded, among other commands, the Naval Regiment and the light cruiser \u003cem\u003eDanzig\u003c\/em\u003e . After the collapse of the monarchy, he withdrew into private life and later lived in Switzerland under the name \u003cstrong\u003eCount von Lingen\u003c\/strong\u003e . The photographs from this period reflect his transformation from imperial officer to withdrawn family man.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"konvolut-bilder-co-und-messjacke-adalbert-von-preussen-ca-1908","title":"Collection of pictures \u0026 co. and mess jacket, Adalbert of Prussia, c. 1908","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRare Collection of Prince Adalbert of Prussia – Cabinet Cards, Postcard \u0026amp; Personal Documents\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan role=\"button\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003eHistorical Provenance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis extraordinary \u003cstrong\u003ecollection\u003c\/strong\u003e includes \u003cstrong\u003efour cabinet cards of Prince Adalbert of Prussia\u003c\/strong\u003e, two of which are \u003cstrong\u003epersonally signed\u003c\/strong\u003e. The \u003cstrong\u003ephotographers' names\u003c\/strong\u003e are featured on each of the reverse sides, further strengthening the \u003cstrong\u003eprovenance\u003c\/strong\u003e. The collection is complemented by a \u003cstrong\u003epress photo from the French region\u003c\/strong\u003e, in which Adalbert wears a \u003cstrong\u003emess jacket\u003c\/strong\u003e very similar to the one offered here.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan role=\"button\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003ePhotographs from the Imperial Era \u0026amp; Second World War\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTwo further \u003cstrong\u003ephotographs\u003c\/strong\u003e show him as a \u003cstrong\u003esoldier in the Second World War\u003c\/strong\u003e, while another image likely dates from the \u003cstrong\u003elate Imperial era\u003c\/strong\u003e. A \u003cstrong\u003emailed postcard\u003c\/strong\u003e shows Prince Adalbert together with his wife, \u003cstrong\u003ePrincess Adelheid of Saxe-Meiningen\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan role=\"button\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003ePersonal Documents \u0026amp; Wax Seal\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe ensemble is rounded off by a \u003cstrong\u003epersonally written letter with envelope\u003c\/strong\u003e as well as an additional \u003cstrong\u003eenvelope with his red wax seal\u003c\/strong\u003e – a particularly expressive detail of \u003cstrong\u003ePrussian family correspondence\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan role=\"button\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003eRarity \u0026amp; Collectibility\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePhotographs and personal documents of Prince Adalbert are extremely rare, as he led a withdrawn life throughout his years. This collection therefore offers a rare opportunity to acquire a cohesive and historically valuable set from his personal circle. The frames are not included in the scope of delivery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFour \u003cstrong\u003ecabinet photographs of Prince Adalbert of Prussia\u003c\/strong\u003e. Two of them are \u003cstrong\u003ehand‑signed\u003c\/strong\u003e, and the \u003cstrong\u003ephotographers’ names\u003c\/strong\u003e are noted on the reverse. A \u003cstrong\u003epress photograph\u003c\/strong\u003e, likely from the \u003cstrong\u003eAmerican or English press\u003c\/strong\u003e. In this photo he is wearing a \u003cstrong\u003emess jacket\u003c\/strong\u003e similar to the one offered for sale here. Two photographs show him as a \u003cstrong\u003esoldier in the Second World War\u003c\/strong\u003e; one image is likely of earlier date and still from the \u003cstrong\u003eImperial period\u003c\/strong\u003e. A \u003cstrong\u003emailed postcard\u003c\/strong\u003e shows him together with his wife, \u003cstrong\u003ePrincess Adelheid of Saxe‑Meiningen\u003c\/strong\u003e. A \u003cstrong\u003epersonally written letter\u003c\/strong\u003e with its envelope and an additional envelope with his \u003cstrong\u003ered wax seal\u003c\/strong\u003e complete the set. \u003cstrong\u003ePhotographs and documents of Prince Adalbert\u003c\/strong\u003e are very rare, as he always lived a very \u003cstrong\u003eprivate and withdrawn life. The frames are not included in the delivery.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis elegant \u003cstrong\u003emess jacket\u003c\/strong\u003e with matching \u003cstrong\u003ewaistcoat\u003c\/strong\u003e from the estate of \u003cstrong\u003ePrince Adalbert of Prussia\u003c\/strong\u003e (1884–1948) dates from the year \u003cstrong\u003e1908\u003c\/strong\u003e and embodies the high quality of courtly and maritime formal attire of the early 20th century. Made of the finest quality dark blue cloth, the jacket features black \u003cstrong\u003esilk trim on the lapels\u003c\/strong\u003e as well as a front double-breasted with gilded, crowned \u003cstrong\u003eanchor buttons of the “Imperial Yacht Club (KYC)”\u003c\/strong\u003e. Two side pockets and a smooth black \u003cstrong\u003esilk lining\u003c\/strong\u003e emphasize the exquisite workmanship. Inside the collar is a hand-embroidered, crowned \u003cstrong\u003eowner's label\u003c\/strong\u003e with the monogram \u003cstrong\u003e“A”\u003c\/strong\u003e, confirming the direct attribution to Prince Adalbert. The accompanying waistcoat is made of the same high-quality material and displays the same masterful craftsmanship. Small tears and repairs in the white sleeve lining as well as slight traces of wear and age attest to its authentic use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrince Adalbert, third son of Emperor Wilhelm II, received his military education on the \u003cstrong\u003ePrinzeninsel\u003c\/strong\u003e and in the \u003cstrong\u003ePrince's House of Plön Castle\u003c\/strong\u003e. On \u003cstrong\u003eMay 31, 1894\u003c\/strong\u003e, he joined the \u003cstrong\u003eImperial Navy\u003c\/strong\u003e and later attended the \u003cstrong\u003eNaval Academy in Kiel\u003c\/strong\u003e, where he was trained as a naval officer. The present mess jacket corresponds to the typical cut around \u003cstrong\u003e1908\u003c\/strong\u003e: a short \u003cstrong\u003edinner jacket\u003c\/strong\u003e ending at waist height, which was worn at festive evening events in both naval circles and among the nobility. 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The piece combines artistic quality with remarkable provenance and directly documents the creation of an official portrait from the circle of the German Imperial House.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOf particular note is the original card dated \u003cstrong\u003eApril 8, 1915\u003c\/strong\u003e, which proves that the portrait was made from a photographic model and expressly \u003cstrong\u003e\"at the request of His Royal Highness Prince Adalbert of Prussia.\"\u003c\/strong\u003e This gives the medal a direct connection to the patron and clearly distinguishes it from ordinary commemorative and memorial medals of the period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\n\u003cbr\u003ePortrait of Prince Adalbert of Prussia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe obverse shows the bust of \u003cstrong\u003ePrince Adalbert of Prussia (1884–1948)\u003c\/strong\u003e turned to the left. The Prince is depicted in uniform with an order star. The encircling inscription reads:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\"ADALBERT PRINZ VON PREUSSEN\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBelow the bust is the artist's signature:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\"H. Peter\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe finely modeled depiction gives the medal a lively and representative character and meets the high artistic standards of official portrait medals from the Imperial era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\n\u003cbr\u003eReverse with Prussian Eagle and Chain of Orders\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe reverse is dominated by a magnificently designed \u003cstrong\u003ecrowned Prussian eagle\u003c\/strong\u003e. Above it appears the Imperial Crown, while the eagle is surrounded by a decorative chain of orders with small \u003cstrong\u003eIron Crosses\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis motif directly links the medal to the Prussian Royal House and the symbolic world of the German Empire during World War I.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\n\u003cbr\u003eHermann Peter – A Prominent Medallist of His Time\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe medal was created by the Swiss sculptor and medallist \u003cstrong\u003eHermann Peter (1871–1930)\u003c\/strong\u003e. After studying in Zurich and Munich and spending time in Rome and Paris, Peter became one of the most renowned medallists of his generation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHis works are distinguished by particularly fine modeling and a high degree of portrait likeness. His portrait medal of \u003cstrong\u003ePrince Adalbert of Prussia\u003c\/strong\u003e received particular attention and was exhibited at an art exhibition in the Kronprinzenpalais in Berlin with the Prince's approval.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\n\u003cbr\u003eHistorical Background\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePrince Adalbert of Prussia was one of the best-known members of the House of Hohenzollern as a naval officer. During World War I, images of the Imperial House were frequently used for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePatriotic commemorative medals\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharity events\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWar relief organizations\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefit initiatives\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eand other purposes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe creation of this medal coincided with the height of patriotic commemorative culture in 1915 and therefore possesses particular historical significance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\n\u003cbr\u003eArtistic Execution and Production\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe medal does not appear to be an industrial mass-striking from a state mint, but rather an \u003cstrong\u003eartistic white-metal casting\u003c\/strong\u003e or an edition produced in small numbers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe slightly softly modeled contours and the overall effect suggest a handcrafted, artistic production and emphasize its character as a collector's and commemorative piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\n\u003cbr\u003eParticularly Collectible\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor collectors of \u003cstrong\u003ePrussia\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eEmperor Wilhelm II\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003ePrince Adalbert of Prussia\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eWorld War I militaria\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003eHohenzollern memorabilia\u003c\/strong\u003e, this ensemble has a special appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe following factors are particularly important in determining its value:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe original artist's card dated April 8, 1915\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe explicit mention of the Prince as the patron\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe signature of Hermann Peter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe original case\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe documented history of its creation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe combination of the medal, accompanying card, and direct connection to the Prussian Prince makes this piece a rare and exceptionally well-documented historical record of the German Imperial House.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"KAISER WILHELM","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55467380048209,"sku":null,"price":360.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0940\/4461\/9089\/files\/02-antike-Portraitmedaille-Adalbert-von-Preussen.jpg?v=1792916820"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.kaiser-wilhelm.com\/en\/collections\/fotos-adalbert.oembed","provider":"KAISER WILHELM","version":"1.0","type":"link"}