From September 18 to October 12, her works—kept safe for over a century in the manuscripts of the Romanian Academy—will be shown at The King’s Foundation Garrison Chapel Gallery,

thanks to the generosity of King Charles III’s foundation.

The exhibition, “Marie of Romania, Artist Queen,” marks 150 years since Queen Marie’s birth. Curated by Dr. Shona Kallestrup (University of St Andrews) and historian Sorin Mărgărit, it highlights Marie not just as a queen, but as an artist, writer, and cultural icon.

What’s special?

Her floral watercolors will be displayed alongside the Transylvania Florilegium, a botanical collection commissioned by King Charles.

Two of King Charles’s own watercolors of Romanian landscapes will also be featured—adding a very personal royal touch.

A series of talks and events will dive into Queen Marie’s art, writing, diplomacy, and her love for Romanian folk traditions.

Why it matters: Queen Marie, a granddaughter of Queen Victoria, played a huge role in Romania’s history and European diplomacy. This show celebrates her artistry and her role as a cultural bridge between Romania and the UK.

And the best part? After London, the exhibition will travel to Romania later this year—so both British and Romanian audiences can rediscover the Queen’s artistic side. Photo by TIME Magazine, Wikimedia commons.