A drawing of Koenigstein by Canaletto, circa 1756.
Today we started our journey by taking a ride from Dresden to Pirna and a final destination at Festung Koenigstein.
Koenigstein provides a commanding view of the Elbe River.
Another view from Koenigstein looking at the back side.
One of the many Saxon 24 pound siege guns. Note the traditional Saxon carriage colors of black with yellow iron work.
Can you identify these people, circa the early 1730s?
Another view of the gentleman in red.
A gorgeous model of Augustus II's entourage for road travel done with figures of approximately 70mm.
Repairing a broken wheel.
The Saxon Garde du Corps surround the king. The common folk bow as the King passes.
A traveling wagon was not a spectacular parade coach. Note all the room for baggage storage.
The Liebkuirassiers escort the royal coach.
The King riding his white steed.
And now for a couple of pictures of Dresden. We spent several hours visiting the Residence Museum of the reign of Augustus the Strong. Dresden is a beautiful city and many of the historic buildings have been rebuilt since WW2 using the paintings of Canoletto as their guide.
Restoration of the Royal Palace is nearly complete
Mural depicting every ruler of Saxony from the beginning of time to the end of the monarchy.
Jeweled miniatures depicting the Grand Mogoul of India receiving his nobles. This display cost 60,000 Thalers in 1750 ( estimate) which was a veritable fortune in those days.
Display of Medievil Armor.
Turkish artifacts on display.
