Photo editing programs have long been a part of our lives, so you can rarely see a photo that hasn’t been retouched. However, it’s wrong to think that Photoshop belongs only to the modern world. People have been improving the looks of their portraits for centuries. That means there were specialists in photo retouching that date all the way back to the nineteenth century. Even painters have worked hard to make models look more beautiful than they really were.
At Bright Side, we searched the archives and found photos of royalty from the nineteenth century and the beginning of the twentieth century, and we compared them to their portrait paintings. At the end of the article, we’ll show you what Vincent van Gogh really looked like.
Isabella II of Spain (1830 — 1904)
Mary of Teck, the spouse of George V (1867 — 1953)
Elizabeth Bowes-Lyon, the mother of Queen Elizabeth II (1900 — 2002)
Princess Helena of the United Kingdom (1846 — 1923)
Victoria, Princess Royal, German Empress (1840 — 1901)
Charlotte of Belgium (1840 — 1927)
Sophie of Württemberg, Queen of the Netherlands (1818 — 1877)
Queen Victoria (1819 — 1901)
Maria Christina of Austria, Queen-consort of Spain (1858 — 1929)
Maria Luisa of Bourbon-Parma, Princess-consort of Bulgaria (1870 — 1899)
Grand Duchess Elena Vladimirovna of Russia (1882 — 1957)
Princess Beatrice of the United Kingdom, Queen Victoria’s fifth daughter (1857 — 1944)
Alexandra Feodorovna, the spouse of Nicholas II of Russia (1872 — 1918)
Princess Alice of Battenberg, the mother-in-law of Queen Elizabeth II (1885 — 1969)
Alexandra of Denmark, the spouse of Edward VII (1844 — 1925)
onus: Vincent van Gogh (1853 — 1890)
What do you think about Photoshop? Do you use it often? Tell us in the comments below.
My MIL Gifted Me a Set of Rules Titled ‘How to Be a Good Wife for My Son’ for Our Wedding, While My Husband Got a Check
This narrative captures a powerful journey of self-assertion and resistance against traditional expectations within a marriage. The protagonist, Lucia, experiences a significant shock when her mother-in-law, Karen, presents her with a set of archaic rules on being a “good wife” immediately after her wedding.
The contrast between Lucia’s dreams of partnership and the harsh reality imposed by Karen’s rules is striking. Initially, Lucia’s reaction is one of disbelief and confusion, but as she processes the absurdity of the list, she resolves to turn the situation around with humor and a touch of rebellion. Each action she takes, from modifying the breakfast to rearranging the kitchen, cleverly subverts Karen’s expectations while highlighting the ridiculousness of the demands.
The climax occurs when Dan finally stands up to his mother, asserting that their marriage will not be dictated by outdated norms. This moment is pivotal, illustrating the importance of communication and mutual respect in a partnership. The resolution, where Lucia and Dan embrace a future free from imposed roles, symbolizes a refreshing shift toward a more equitable relationship.
The writing skillfully balances humor with serious themes of autonomy and the rejection of outdated gender roles. It’s a compelling reminder of the importance of defining one’s own path in relationships, unencumbered by external pressures.
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