New Delhi: The royal couple Meghan Markle and Prince Harry recently shared glimpses of the christening ceremony of their two-month-old son Archie Harrison Mountbatten-Windsor on social media.
Reportedly, the newest member of the royal family was baptised in a private chapel at the Windsor Castle by Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby, head of the Church of England.
The official Instagram handle of the Duke and Duchess of Sussex shared pictures from the intimate ceremony on Saturday.
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While the first one is the family picture featuring the proud parents with their child, along with Harry's brother Prince William and his wife Kate Middleton including Meghan's mother Doria Ragland, Harry's father Prince Charles, his wife Camilla, the Duchess of Cornwall, and the late Princess Diana's two sisters Lady Jane Fellowes and Lady Sarah McCorquodale.
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Meanwhile, the second picture is a close up of the infant being carried by his mother as his father looks on.
"This morning, The Duke and Duchess of Sussex’s son, Archie Harrison Mountbatten-Windsor was christened in the Private Chapel at Windsor Castle at an intimate service officiated by the Archbishop of Canterbury, Justin Welby.
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are so happy to share the joy of this day with members of the public who have been incredibly supportive since the birth of their son. They thank you for your kindness in welcoming their first born and celebrating this special moment.
Their Royal Highnesses feel fortunate to have enjoyed this day with family and the godparents of Archie.
Their son, Archie, was baptised wearing the handmade replica of the royal christening gown which has been worn by royal infants for the last 11 years. The original Royal Christening Robe, made of fine Honiton lace lined with white satin, was commissioned by Queen Victoria in 1841 and first worn by her eldest daughter. It was subsequently worn for generations of Royal christenings, including The Queen, her children and her grandchildren until 2004, when The Queen commissioned this handmade replica, in order for the fragile historic outfit to be preserved, and for the tradition to continue," read the caption.
The tiny-tot was draped in a lace and satin christening gown which is the handmade replica of the royal christening gown which has been worn by royal infants for the last 11 years.
However, Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Phillip were unable to attend the ceremony.
