Known as one of the most debauched kings in England, King Edward VII enjoyed champagne baths with beautiful women at the finest brothel in Europe, owned a peculiar love chair, and was secretly vigorous whenever he “engaged in battle.”
He was the eldest son of the late Queen Victoria and the great-grandfather of Queen Elizabeth II. Historically, the famous English king Edward VII (1841 – 1910) is remembered for his numerous scandals regarding his love life. He was the first son of Queen Victoria. After Queen Victoria’s death, Prince Edward VII became the new king of the United Kingdom from 1901 until his passing.
King Edward VII (1841 – 1910).
King Edward VII was said to have enjoyed two things in life: good food and beautiful women. From a young prince, Edward VII displayed a playful nature, indulging in the company of women. His father, Prince Albert, was disappointed that his son did not focus on his studies and instead fell into a life of pleasure. Even when Prince Albert sent his son to the army for discipline, Prince Edward VII remained “as he always was.”
When Prince Albert learned that his son Edward VII was “having fun” with actress Nellie Clifden during his military service, he was heartbroken. Shortly after, Prince Albert passed away from typhoid fever. After her husband’s death, Queen Victoria believed that her son’s dissolute actions had caused Prince Albert’s illness and subsequent death.
During Queen Victoria’s reign, the British were quite cautious when discussing sensitive matters regarding women. King Edward VII had to visit La Chabanais, a luxury brothel in Paris, France, to enjoy himself with beautiful women. At La Chabanais, he indulged in lavish pleasures with courtesans despite his noble royal status.
One of the items that the king always carried with him during his visits to Paris was a peculiar love chair. The chair was designed in such a way that allowed King Edward VII to comfortably enjoy pleasures at La Chabanais.
According to experts, the bizarre shape of the chair left many wondering how this English king used his “treasure.”
The peculiar love chair that King Edward VII brought each time he visited La Chabanais.
Recently, Tracy Borman, the organizer of the Historic Royal Palaces and presenter of the new documentary “The Private Life of Kings”, set out to explore the peculiar love chair of King Edward VII, the eldest son of the late Queen Victoria and great-grandfather of Queen Elizabeth II.
Information about the love chair and its owner immediately attracted significant attention. Many recognized that the owner was one of the most debauched kings in England.
To film the documentary, Tracy and her team were lent a replica of the love chair.
Tracy Borman (left) experiences a replica of King Edward VII’s love chair.
“What I find interesting is that this chair has enough space for two women, one on top and one below. However, we are still trying to figure out how the chair actually works,” Tracy said.
Many netizens have commented enthusiastically after information and images of King Edward VII’s love chair were shared on social media, with most speculating on how the chair operates.
Some argued that the chair was not sturdy enough for the king to enjoy himself with two women at once.
The Secret to the King’s Vigorousness
According to the Daily Mail, the English king remained vigorous in “that department” mainly due to his diet. In his book, British historian Christopher Hibbert fully describes the typical meals of King Edward VII.
His breakfast started with a plate of bacon, eggs, cod, chicken, toast, and butter. An hour later, Edward would have turtle soup. Lunch included beef, roast lamb, and Yorkshire pudding for dessert.
After tea, King Edward VII would have boiled eggs, various pastries, and ginger. Dinner at 8:30 PM was usually the most lavish. Edward would eat dozens of oysters, buttered bread, caviar, shrimp, turkey, quail, pigeon, and pheasant…
Historian Jane Ridley noted: “The British royal family often had meals with such extravagant dishes. However, these were mainly for display. King Edward VII was an exception as he consumed nearly all the dishes.”
This is why he was always “ready for battle” in peak condition.
