1912 Imperial German Bavaria Prince Regent Luitpold Death Funeral Postcard Munich Royalty

Offered is an original antique German photographic postcard depicting the funeral display and lying-in-state of His Royal Highness Prince Regent Luitpold of Bavaria, who died on December 12, 1912.

This historically significant postcard shows the deceased Bavarian ruler lying in state inside the Allerheiligen-Hofkirche (Court Church of All Saints) in Munich, surrounded by elaborate floral arrangements, tall ceremonial candles, and religious decorations.

The photograph captures an important moment in Bavarian royal history and the mourning ceremonies following the death of one of Bavaria’s longest-serving rulers.

Historical Details:

• Original 1912-era Bavarian royal funeral postcard.
• Depicts Prince Regent Luitpold of Bavaria lying in state.
• Location: Allerheiligen-Hofkirche, Munich, Germany.
• Elaborate funeral bier surrounded by flowers, candles, and religious decorations.
• Original photographic image reproduced as a period postcard.
• Publisher: Gustav Liersch & Co., Berlin S.W.
• Publisher’s number: 4008.
• Marked “Original-Aufnahme” (Original Photograph).
• Unused divided back with printed address lines and stamp box.
• No handwriting, postage stamps, or postal cancellations.

Original German Inscription:

“Aufbahrung Sr. Königl. Hoheit des Prinzregenten Luitpold von Bayern in der Allerheiligen-Hofkirche in München.”

English Translation:

“Lying in state of His Royal Highness Prince Regent Luitpold of Bavaria in the Court Church of All Saints in Munich.”

Historical Background:

Prince Regent Luitpold (1821–1912) served as Regent of Bavaria from 1886 until his death in 1912, governing during the reigns of King Ludwig II’s successor, Otto.

His regency was associated with political stability, cultural development, and the flourishing of Munich as an important European artistic and cultural center.

His death in December 1912 marked the end of an important era in Bavarian royal history.

Condition:

Original antique condition showing normal age-related toning, minor corner and edge wear, and light surface handling marks.

The dramatic photographic image remains well preserved, with strong contrast and clearly visible funeral decorations.

The reverse is unused.

Please examine both photographs carefully for exact condition.

An excellent addition to any collection of Imperial German postcards, Bavarian royalty, Prince Regent Luitpold, German royal funerals, Munich history, historical death and mourning postcards, or European monarchy memorabilia.

The original postcard pictured is the exact item you will receive.

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