In many royal courts, queens consorts wielded considerable influence behind the throne despite lacking formal power.

The museum's new exhibition explores the lives and influence of former queens-consorts across Europe.

The museum's new exhibit features portraits of queens-consort from across Europe.

Although unofficial, her role as queen-consort carried significant influence at court.

Several queens consort visited the museum to admire the ancient tapestries.

The queen consort attended the state banquet with quiet dignity.