Jaime de Borbón (Jaime Leopoldo Isabelino Enrique Alejandro Alberto Alfonso Víctor Acacio Pedro Pablo María de Borbón y Battenberg) voor het Gare de Lyon in Parijs c. 1935

This photograph captures Jaime de Borbón at the Gare de Lyon in Paris. Though the photographer remains anonymous, the image speaks volumes about the cultural and historical context of its time. Jaime de Borbón was a prominent figure, and his identity as a member of the Spanish Royal Family is central to understanding this photograph. He was deaf and therefore relinquished his rights to the throne. The photograph offers a glimpse into the world of European aristocracy, marked by privilege and tradition. The presence of uniformed figures in the background suggests a level of security, and the suited men in the foreground seem to represent the power dynamics inherent in royal circles. The image may reflect societal attitudes toward disability, as Jaime's deafness influenced his position within the royal lineage. How might Jaime have felt about the social expectations placed upon him? What does it mean to perform your identity in the public sphere? Ultimately, the photograph allows us to reflect on themes of identity, power, and representation within a specific historical and cultural context.