Wilhelmina, Bronze war memorial in Centre, The Netherlands
Wilhelmina is a bronze sculpture in central The Hague depicting the Dutch queen in formal dress of her era. The artwork stands about 16 feet (5 meters) tall and shows the monarch wearing a long coat with a broad fur collar and hat.
The monument was unveiled in 1987 to honor the queen's leadership during World War II and the Dutch resistance against occupation. Her reign was marked by these challenging years and her subsequent exile abroad.
The sculpture depicts the monarch in formal attire and serves as a recognized symbol in the city's public spaces where people encounter it regularly. It represents how the Dutch choose to remember their leadership during challenging times.
The sculpture is located in an easily accessible spot in central The Hague, positioned near other sights in the area. Visitors can view it during the day without needing any special arrangements.
Artist Charlotte van Pallandt worked through multiple material ideas before selecting stone for the final version. The choice of a heavy, solid material was meant to convey the strength the queen showed during her reign.
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