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Frederik V

Frederik V was the King of Denmark-Norway from 1746; son of Christian VI and Sophie Magdalene of Brandenburg-Kulmbach. In 1743 he was married to Louise of Great Britain, and the year after her death in 1751 to Juliane Marie of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel. With Louise he had several children, including Christian (VII).

Frederik V was one of the weaker kings of Denmark. His education was inadequate and he was completely dependent upon his advisors, especially J.H.E. Bernstorff and A.G. Moltke. His reign was marked by peace and prosperity in the Kingdom. Frederik V was seen as a supporter of trade, and during his reign the part of Copenhagen known as Frederiksstaden was built. Amalienborg Palace was erected here 1754-1760.

Frederik V was popular during his time. Court life and culture were revived after the Pietist reign of Christian VI. The King’s main interest was hunting, and he often stayed at Jægersborg Palace. He was a heavy drinker, which is likely to have contributed to his early death.

 

 

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Prince Frederik

Ivory figure representing Prince Frederik, the Heir Presumptive as a baby in swaddling clothes. Made by L. von Lücke.

Juliane Marie, bust

Bust of Queen Juliane Marie, made at the Royal Copenhagen Porcelain Manufactory, which was eagerly supported by the Queen.

Frederik the Heir Presumptive

Frederik, the Danish Heir Presumptive, was the son of Frederik V and Juliane Marie. He was married to Sophie Frederikke of Mecklenburg-Schwerin, who gave birth to Christian VIII.

I The Treasury

In the last section of the Treasury many of Rosenborg's main attractions are on display, especially the Crown Jewels, the Crown Regalia, the Crown of the Absolutist Kings and the Queens' Crown.

23 The Porcelain Cabinet (closed)

Frederik IV planned to have a porcelain cabinet to form a counterpart to the Glass Cabinet. Such cabinets became fashionable at princely courts in Europe by the end of the 17th century.

19 The Corridor

The Corridor on the second floor connects the central room on the floor, The Rose, with the South-end of the Palace.

14 Frederik V's Cabinet

This is the first of the rooms occupied by Frederik IV's brother, Prince Carl.