A family presents itself - Maria Theresa and the image of the dynasty

Archduchess Marie Christine: Distribution of gifts on the Feast of St Nicholas, gouache, 1762

 

Martin van Meytens: Maria Theresa surrounded by her family, painting, c. 1754/55

 

Martin van Meytens and studio: The Ladies' Carousel in the Winter Riding School, painting, after 1743

 

Martin van Meytens and studio: The first investiture ceremony of the Order of St Stephen in 1764, painting

 

Martin van Meytens and studio: Entry of Joseph II into Frankfurt for his coronation in 1764, painting, after 1764

 

Martin van Meytens and studio: Wedding ceremony in the Augustinerkirche in Vienna in 1760, painting, c. 1760/65

 

The Vieux Laque Room at Schönbrunn Palace