The palaces and gardens provide insights into the political work and life of the monarchs, their governmental practices, and their promotion of the arts. In most cases, the rulers, their families, and court life are the focus of the narratives. But it is also worth taking a look behind the scenes at people who were not at the centre of attention. Research has confirmed what can be seen in many paintings – numerous people had been trafficked to the Prussian court over the centuries. Since the 17th century, these mainly included Black people and People of Colour, who have been part of Prussian and subsequently German society ever since. Their biographies testify to their dependence and courtly constraints, but also to their resistance to the courtly system.
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