Portret van Wilhelmina van Pruisen (1751-1820)

This engraving portrays Wilhelmina of Prussia, made by Gerard Sibelius. The jewels worn by Wilhelmina are not mere adornments; they are symbols that connect her to a lineage of power and influence. The fleur-de-lis, prominently displayed on her gown, is a motif that has spanned centuries. Once associated with French royalty, it reappears across Europe as a symbol of sovereignty and divine right. We see it in medieval heraldry and, later, adapted into various forms by different aristocratic families. This emblem weaves through time, a constant whisper of authority. The portrait itself is a statement, an effort to immortalize an idea of ​​power. It is a reminder of how symbols persist, adapting and reappearing in new guises.