A Bernese Queen Wore a Jeweled Crown With a Kind Smile
The queen's crown is dazzling, but her gaze is what holds the room. A tricolor Bernese Mountain Dog wears a tall gold crown set with pearls and dark blue gems above her soft black, rust, and white face. A thick ermine cape drapes over a blue and gold embroidered gown, and a jeweled pendant hangs at the neck. Her deep brown eyes are kind and thoughtful. Behind her, a pale landscape of hills, a winding river, and a small village stretches under a cloudy sky.
Bernese Mountain Dogs come from the Swiss countryside, where they once pulled carts and guarded farms. Today they are known for being affectionate, patient, and good with families. They have a thick, long coat that sheds quite a bit, so regular brushing is helpful. They prefer cool weather and can overheat in the summer, so shade and water are a must. Because they are large, they need steady training from the start, and your vet can advise about joint care and a healthy weight for this gentle giant.
The ermine and jewels are painted with great detail, but the gentleness in the queen's face is the heart of this portrait. She looks like a ruler who would let every subject in for a visit, and then give a warm lean to anyone who looked sad. Few crowns have ever looked so comfortable on a head so kind.
