The Objectification of Royal Women's Bodies as Symbols of the State

This virtual panel event explores how the public role of royal women is defined by gender. How did Elizabeth I present herself as the 'mother' of England in the age of empire-building? How have Royal women in the modern era navigated their relationship with the state, media, and British public and what does this say about how gender plays a role in how women become embodiments of the nation state? With speakers including Professor Kate Williams (TV Broadcaster, Historian, Royal Commentator) and our own Sue Pritchard (Curator of Decorative Arts at RMG). Age: 18+