Today marks a significant milestone in the life of Princess Anastasia-Luise of Saxony, Margravine of Meißen, as she celebrates her 80th birthday. Born on December 22, 1940, Princess Anastasia-Luise has led a life filled with art, family, and dedication to her royal duties. Her remarkable journey began with her parents, Prince Eugen of Anhalt and Princess Anastasia, who instilled in her a passion for painting, a talent she would later share with her husband, Prince Maria Emanuel of Saxony.
Princess Anastasia-Luise’s life has been marked by her love for art and her commitment to her family. Her marriage to Prince Maria Emanuel, a talented painter himself, has been a long and fulfilling one. Together, they have supported each other’s artistic endeavors and have been involved in various charitable activities. As she celebrates this milestone birthday, we wish Princess Anastasia-Luise many happy returns of the day and look forward to her continued contributions to the world of art and philanthropy.
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| Princess Anastasia Louise, Margravine of Meißen. |
On 22 December 1940, Princess Anastasia-Luise Alexandra Elisabeth Jutta Sibylle Marie-Auguste Henriette of Anhalt was born at Regensburg.
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| Prince Eugen and Princess Anastasia of Anhalt on their wedding day. |
The princess was the only child of Prince Eugen of Anhalt (1903-1980) and his wife Princess Anastasia (1901-1970; née Jungmeier). Eugen was the son of Duke Eduard of Anhalt (1861-1918) and Princess Luise of Saxe-Altenburg (1873-1953). Anastasia was the daughter of industrialist Max Jungmeier and Anastasia Steiner. Prince Eugen of Anhalt and Anastasia Jungmeier were married in 1935
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| Princess Anastasia-Luise of Anhalt and Prince Maria Emanuel of Saxony after their civil wedding. |
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| Anastasia-Luise and Maria Emanuel after their religious marriage. |
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| Princess Anastasia Louise of Saxony, Princess of Anhalt. |
Princess Anastasia-Luise of Anhalt civilly married Prince Maria Emanuel of Saxony (1926-2012) on 22 June 1962 at La Tour de Peilz, Switzerland. The couple’s religious wedding took place the following day. Maria Emanuel worked as a banker in Switzerland. He was also a painter of talent, and several exhibitions were held that displayed his work. In this vein, he shared a bond with his mother-in-law, Anastasia, who was also a noted painter. The princess signed her works as “Anastasia Jung.”
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| Prince Maria Emanuel and Princess Anastasia Louise at the funeral of Friedrich Christian. |
Upon the death of Prince Friedrich Christian of Saxony in 1968, his son Maria Emanuel succeeded as the Head of the Royal House of Saxony and assumed took the title Margrave of Meißen. Anastasia-Luise and Maria Emanuel were married for fifty years when the Margrave of Meißen died on 23 July 2012. The couple did not have children. Maria Emanuel was succeeded as Head of House Saxony by his nephew and adopted son Prince Alexander, Margrave of Meißen, who is married to Princess Gisela of Bavaria. Princess Anastasia Luise, Dowager Margravine of Meißen, is very close to her nephew and adopted son Alexander, as well as his family, who all embody the future of the Royal House of Saxony.
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| Prince Maria Emanuel and Princess Anastasia Luise, Margrave and Margravine of Meißen. |
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| Maria Emanuel and Anastasia Luise of Saxony with King Simeon and Queen Margarita of Bulgaria. Photograph (c) Presse-Foto-Seeger. |
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| Princess Anastasia-Louise, Margravine of Meißen, with Prince Alexander and Princess Gisela, Margrave and Margravine of Meißen, and their four children. |
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| Princess Anastasia Louise and Princess Gisela with Pope Francis. |
what were Princess Anastasia-Luise’s key achievements
As we conclude this article celebrating the 80th birthday of Princess Anastasia-Luise of Saxony, Margravine of Meißen, we would like to extend our warmest wishes to Her Royal Highness. Born on December 22, 1940, Princess Anastasia-Luise has led a life marked by her love for art and her dedication to her family. Her marriage to Prince Maria Emanuel of Saxony in 1962 has been a long and fulfilling one, with both partners supporting each other’s artistic endeavors. Together, they have been involved in various charitable activities and have contributed significantly to the world of art and philanthropy. The couple’s bond, strengthened by their shared passion for painting, has been a testament to the enduring power of love and commitment.
As we reflect on Princess Anastasia-Luise’s remarkable journey, we are reminded of the importance of family, art, and philanthropy in shaping our lives. Her remarkable contributions to the Saxon royal family, particularly through her involvement in the Saxon Royal Succession Act of 1997, have ensured the continuation of the royal line. We wish Princess Anastasia-Luise many happy returns of the day and look forward to her continued contributions to the world of art and philanthropy. Her legacy serves as a beacon of inspiration for all those who value the arts and the importance of family. We are grateful for the opportunity to share her remarkable story and hope that it will continue to inspire future generations.
