Theatrale voorstelling van de laatste momenten van het leven van prins Edward c. 1850 - 1880

This stereo card, presenting a theatrical scene of Prince Edward's final moments, was likely created in the Netherlands during the late 19th century. Stereo cards like this one offered a mass-producible form of entertainment, simulating three-dimensionality through paired images viewed with a stereoscope. The subject matter reflects the period's fascination with historical drama, especially tales of royalty and valor. Prince Edward, likely Edward V, one of the "Princes in the Tower," represents a tragic figure, embroiled in the power struggles of the English monarchy. The theatrical staging – complete with costumes, props, and dramatic lighting – highlights the constructed nature of historical narratives. To fully understand this image, one might research the popularity of historical plays and literature in the Netherlands at the time, as well as the circulation of stereo cards and their role in shaping popular understanding of history. The image, therefore, reveals not just a historical event, but also the social and cultural context in which it was consumed.