Inzegening van het huwelijk van prinses Juliana en prins Bernhard in de St. Jacobskerk in Den Haag, 7 januari 1937 Possibly 1937

This photograph, captured by renowned photojournalist Erich Salomon, depicts the wedding ceremony of Princess Juliana and Prince Bernhard in the St. Jacobskerk in The Hague on January 7, 1937. The image focuses on Princess Juliana, her white wedding gown veiled and draped over her, as she kneels, presumably to receive a blessing. The photograph’s composition draws the viewer’s eye to Princess Juliana, the centerpiece of this momentous occasion. Salomon, known for his candid and intimate photographs, perfectly captured this intimate moment, highlighting the grandeur of the ceremony and the personal significance of the event. This photograph is a snapshot of a historic moment in Dutch royal history, solidifying its place within the genre of photojournalism and providing a visual record of the day.