A Historic Wedding in Dresden: Maria Teresita, Princess of Saxony, and Count Beryl Alexandre de Saporta
Noblewoman from House of Wettin ties knot with French aristocrat in Dresden
The upcoming wedding of Maria Teresita, Princess of Saxony, and Count Beryl Alexandre de Saporta promises to be a significant event in the city of Dresden. Set to take place in the iconic Dresden Cathedral, the union of these two noble families will connect the rich history of the House of Wettin with the distinguished lineage of the de Saporta family.
Guest List and Importance
The wedding is expected to attract a distinguished guest list, including members of European nobility, notable aristocrats, and prominent public figures. Among the expected attendees are representatives of other royal and noble families, diplomats, dignitaries, cultural and religious leaders, and close family and friends of the bride and groom.
History of the Wettin Dynasty
The House of Wettin is one of the oldest noble dynasties in Europe, with origins dating back to the 10th century. Throughout the centuries, the Wettins have played a central role in the history of Saxony, Thuringia, and other parts of Central Europe. They ruled various territories, including the Electorate of Saxony and later the Kingdom of Saxony, and split into two main branches in the 15th century.
The Wettin family's legacy includes patronage of the arts, culture, and architecture, particularly in Dresden. Descendants of the Wettin family include many present-day European royals and nobles.
The Role of the House of Wettin in Dresden
The Wettin rulers, especially from the Albertine line, were instrumental in shaping Dresden into a major cultural and political capital. Under Augustus the Strong (Elector of Saxony, King of Poland), Dresden became known as the "Florence on the Elbe" due to its stunning Baroque architecture, art collections, and vibrant cultural life.
The Dresden Cathedral, commissioned by the Wettin Elector Frederick Augustus II in the 18th century, serves as a significant religious and cultural landmark tied closely to the Wettin family’s history. It was the burial place for the dynasty and remains a centrepiece of Dresden’s skyline.
A Century of Absence and a New Beginning
Maria Teresita, the youngest child of Prince Alexander of Saxony, was born in 1999 in Dresden, marking a significant milestone as she is the first Wettiner to be born in the city in nearly a century. Her fiancé, Count Beryl Alexandre de Saporta, is a few days younger than her and a member of a French noble family.
The wedding ceremony will unite this couple, continuing the legacy of the House of Wettin in Dresden and offering a new beginning for the city's rich history. The last Wettiner princess to marry in the Dresden Cathedral was Archduke Otto of Austria on October 2, 1886.
The upcoming wedding promises to be a grand celebration that will bring together the past and the present, honouring the rich history of the House of Wettin and the city of Dresden.
In the midst of this historic wedding, discussions of the couple's future lifestyle are emerging, envisioning a blend of their homes in Saxony and the palaces of the de Saporta family, creating a home-and-garden aesthetic that mirrors their joint heritage. With the royal wedding taking place at the hallowed Dresden Cathedral, an icon of the city's home-and-garden lifestyle—the prevailing design philosophy instilled by the Wettin dynasty—it's evident that the legacy of the House of Wettin and the city will continue to shape the lifestyle of this new union.
