King Carl XVI Gustaf will turn 80 on April 30, and the King and Queen Silvia will celebrate their golden wedding anniversary on June 13. Today, the Swedish Royal Court announced two royal celebrations to be held in 2026 and, on this occasion, released new official portraits of the King and Queen. The portraits were taken by photographer Elisabeth Toll at Drottningholm Palace.
For the official portraits, Queen Silvia wore a floor-length green gown with lace detailing. She also wore the sash of the Order of the Seraphim, the diamond-set badge of the order and the diamond star, as well as a diamond-set agraffe with a miniature portrait of the King. In addition, the Queen wore the “Brazilian tiara.”
Also das sind keine Bilder, ich mag weder die Hintergründe noch das grüne Kleid an der Königin. Sie ist so zierlich und schmal und dieses schmeichelt ja gar nicht. Die Farbe wirkt auch nicht, es wirkt alles sehr künstlich und die Mütze des Königs auf dem Tisch wirkt mit etwas Fantasie wie eine Andeutung der Abdankung. Auf den Bildern dieser so liebevollen Menschen ist zu viel los, unruhige Wirkung. - Dorothe -
ردحذفI agree in part - about the composition of the photos being rather busy. For me, the textured tapestries and the patterned floor cause that. Also, I cannot help but seeing distracting smiley faces in the yellow tapestry, both in the chair, and on the wall, especially in the first photo where the pattern ended up right next to Silvia´s head. (I´m starting to wonder whether I suffer from pareidolia, haha). Anyway, I still think that the royal couple is captured beautifully and I actually really like the green gown on Silvia. The only little quibble I have is that the tiara seems ever so slightly off-center.
حذفVanessa, now that you said so, I can't unsee the smileys...
حذفI’m of completely the opposite opinion Dorothe!! I think she looks absolutely stunningly beautiful in this marvellous tiara and gown. Stunning! The green gown is utterly gorgeous on her. Love everything about these photos including the very dapper King.
حذفSylvia sieht gut aus - schönes Kleid, schöne Farbe. Schlank und top aussehend mit 81 oder 82 Jahren!! Macht es nach!!
حذفDorothe ist eine KI. Ihre Beiträge ziemlich trollig.Niemand redet so! Sie hat aber ihr Ziel erreicht. Ich kommentiere...SOM
حذفWell, the "smileys" you all see are actually three crowns (tre kronor), which are part of the Coat of Arms of the Swedish King (and the Monarchy). They just happen to look on that wallpaper/wall covering not as orderly as in the actual heraldic shield. The "Brazilian Tiara" is officially called the "Braganza Tiara", and it is the biggest piece of head adornment the Swedish Queen can pull out. I do like her green lace gown, too. The tiara is actually quite centered, but Queen Silvia holds her head slightly/lightly to one side, therefore it appears a bit askew.
حذفBack to add the following: The king's military cap on the table represents his role as commander-in-chief of the Armed Forces of Sweden. It is part of traditional iconography. Before, it often was a crown that was placed on a table near the monarch to express his office and reign. As Sweden does not use a crown (they have one, but it is hardly ever used, only displayed on some rare occasions; and coronations do not take place in Sweden), the cap of the king is some sort of placeholder for it.
حذفI hope Dorothe is reading the explanation by DSC so she could learn about the symbolism in these pictures.
حذفI was thinking maybe King Carl Gustav and Queen Silvia like their portraits that way, they are not very young any more. Younger kings and queens like their official portraits with a more up-to-date or lighter background.
Silvia - still a beauty!
ردحذفAnd Carl Gustav can't smile.
I always say that. He is a real grumpy person
حذفAlways a very beautiful woman!
حذفHe does smile. He can smile. Not in these photos, but that’s ok.
حذفResting king face
حذفI lovb the gown and that she is wearing the Brazilian Tiara. I think is a nod to her background. CC
ردحذفWow, these photos are wonderful of the King and Queen! She looks wonderful in green and it pairs beautifully with the light blue order sash. But the real stars are the stunning diamonds…the earrings and necklace are stunning, but the tiara is an absolute showstopper! As usual, the King is perfectly tailored and looking very regal.
ردحذفWishing them many more years ahead!
I agree completely with everything you said Anon 19:21. A lovely royal couple.
حذفAgree completely. Beautiful jewels and gown - elegant queen.
حذفHet toont niet meer. Ze zijn te oud
ردحذفThis comment is very nasty!!
حذفOh 19:50, why be rude and mean?
حذفCould you translate this into English? Most people don't understand Dutch - or whatever it is.
حذفAstrid again…
حذفAs far as I understand, Anonymous says they are "too old". Which is ridiculous.
حذف@ Anon. 16:51
حذفDid you know you can ask your computer to translate it for you in English ? I am Dutch (Flemish) speaking myself and sometimes when I do not understand some English words I have to ask for a translation in Dutch. I do not understand every word of the German speaking comments too because I read it less good than English, therefore I also have to ask "google" to translate it for me.
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ردحذفDet är dags att abdikera (!) och överlämna ”kronan” till nästa generation...
ردحذف...Astrid
Verkligen inte!
حذفIls sont très beaux ...pour leur âges en plus.
ردحذفBien dit!
حذفIt is a beautiful dress with just the right amount of lace. Love the natural look of her makeup, and the beautiful jewels. The king as always in a perfectly fitting suit. They portray a kind and regal company
ردحذفThat should be couple..
حذفBeautiful! Can’t wait to see Crown Princess Victoria wearing this crown!!
ردحذفThe Queen is a beautiful woman, she is marvelous for her age. I love the color of her gown, gorgeous shade of green. Her choice of jewels, magnificent!
ردحذفThe wallpaper in the background shows the Swedish coat of arms. The three crowns go back to around the year 1250.
ردحذفSo very symbolic that the King and Queen are portrayed in front if said wallpaper.
Quels magnifiques portraits d’un couple très charmant !
ردحذفEtt vackert par!De har hög ålder och ser fantastiska ut!
ردحذفSilvia är en klass för sig.Cool,vacker och alltid glimten i ögat.Kungen är bra som han är.
De har gjort ett fint jobb ihop och vi är stolta över dem i Sverige.
Anon 10:00, fint och snällt skrivit!
حذفQueen Silvia is stunning! I love the green gown and the color is marvelous for her. As for her jewelry--words fail me but I will try: incredible, fabulous, gobsmacked. Gorgeous photos of a most regal couple!
ردحذفJanet
She is a beautiful Queen and he’s a handsome King.
ردحذفVery lovely portraits. Queen Silvia looks wonderful in her green gown. The jewellery...wow.
ردحذفLook forward for the coming celebrations!
Kaarin
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