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Princess Liliuokalani at the Golden Jubilee

J. J. Williams (retouched), after original by Waverly · c. 1887

A retouched photographic portrait of Liliʻuokalani taken around the time of the London Golden Jubilee in 1887.

This photograph shows Liliʻuokalani as a princess representing Hawaii at Queen Victoria's Golden Jubilee in London.

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Black and white retouched studio portrait of a woman with dark hair in an elaborate upswept style with a decorative clip, wearing a high-collared dark gown with a brooch, a pendant, and a sash with ornate beaded trim across her chest. She faces slightly to the side with a neutral expression.
J. J. Williams (retouched, after Waverly), Liliuokalani at Golden Jubilee in London, c. 1887.

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What it is

This is a retouched photograph of Liliʻuokalani, based on an original image by photographer Waverly and retouched by J. J. Williams. It dates to about 1887, when she attended Queen Victoria's Golden Jubilee celebrations in London.

Why it matters

This portrait shows Liliʻuokalani as a princess representing the Hawaiian Kingdom on the international stage, attending a major royal event in Britain. It reflects how Hawaiian royalty engaged with other world leaders before the kingdom's overthrow.

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  • What does her clothing and pose suggest about how she wanted to be seen at this international event?
  • Why might a photograph be retouched, and what does that tell you about portrait-making at the time?
  • What does this image not tell you about her political role or the events to come?

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