Portret van Emma, koningin-regentes der Nederlanden 1890 - 1910

This is a portrait of Emma, queen regent of the Netherlands, created by an anonymous artist. The photograph offers a glimpse into the life of a woman who held significant power, yet whose personal experiences and identity often remained veiled by the rigid expectations of her time. Consider the historical and cultural context surrounding Emma: She was a queen, a regent, and a woman navigating a world of male-dominated power structures. How did these intersecting identities shape her role? What were the expectations placed upon her as a royal figure, and how did she negotiate these expectations in her daily life? This portrait serves not only as a historical record, but also as an emotional and personal testament to the complexities of identity, power, and representation.