Doorn Collection

Moersbergen Castle near Doorn, 1744. Creator: Hendrik de Winter
Moersbergen Castle near Doorn, 1744

Princess Hermine of Reuss, second wife of the ex-Kaiser
Princess Hermine of Reuss, second wife of Kaiser Wilhelm II (by the time of their marriage, ex-Kaiser), with her children at Doorn - Prince Georg Wilhelm

atelier Van Nijmegen? Portrait Hoffmann family
atelier Van Nijmegen?, Portrait of the Hoffmann family, chimney piece portrait painting material canvas oil painting canvas

Princess Henriette of Schonaich-Carolath, Doorn
Princess Henriette of Schonaich-Carolath (1918-1972), daughter of Princess Hermine Reuss of Greiz and stepdaughter of Kaiser Wilhelm II

Kaiser Wilhelm II in exile, Huis Doorn, Netherlands
Kaiser Wilhelm II (1859-1941), the deposed German Emperor, seen here with a companion, strolling in the grounds of his place of exile, Huis Doorn (Doorn Castle) in the Netherlands. Date: circa 1920s

Princess Hermine Reuss of Greiz at her desk
Princess Hermine Reuss of Greiz (1887-1947), second wife of the deposed Kaiser Wilhelm II. Seen here working at her desk in Doorn Castle (Huis Doorn), Netherlands. Date: circa 1930s

EMPEROR WILHELM II (1859-1941). The last German Emperor, forced to abdicate at the end of World War II. Wilhelm and his second wife, Princess Hermine Reuss of Greiz

Wilhelm II & Augusta
WILHELM II Ex-Kaiser of Germany, photographed walking with his wife, Augusta Victoria at Doorn, Netherlands, during his 22 year exile. Date: 1859 - 1941

Wilhelm & Aviators
EX-KAISER, WILHELM II, (2nd left, with walking stick), with three famous German aviators (left to right), Captain Koehl, Major Fitzmaurice & Baron Heunefeld. Date: 1859 - 1941

Princess Hermine Reuss of Greiz at a bookstall
Princess Hermine Reuss of Greiz (1887-1947), second wife of the deposed Kaiser Wilhelm II. Seen here at a bookstall in Doorn, Netherlands

Kira and Hermine of Prussia
Kira Kirillovna of Russia with Kaiser Wilhelm IIs second wife, Hermine, at Doorn in the Netherlands in 1937. Kira was the daughter of Princess Victoria Melita (a daughter of Prince Alfred)

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"Doorn: A Royal Retreat Amidst Exile and Memories" Once a sanctuary for royalty, Doorn holds the echoes of a bygone era. Princess Hermine of Reuss, second wife of the ex-Kaiser, found solace within its walls. Atelier Van Nijmegen immortalized her grace in a portrait alongside the esteemed Hoffmann family. Princess Henriette of Schonaich-Carolath also sought refuge here, seeking respite from the tumultuous world outside. Within Doorn's embrace, she discovered tranquility amidst regal surroundings. Within these hallowed halls, Princess Hermine Reuss of Greiz would often be found at her desk, immersed in intellectual pursuits that nourished her curious mind. The weight of history rested on her shoulders as she delved into literature and knowledge. Emperor Wilhelm II himself graced Doorn with his presence after being forced to abdicate his throne. Here he found solace and reflection as he navigated life beyond power and prestige. Alongside Augusta, their love endured even through trials and tribulations. Wilhelm's fascination with aviation was evident during his time at Doorn; aviators became frequent visitors to this royal retreat. Their shared passion for flight united them in an ever-changing world. Amidst the pages that held countless stories waiting to be explored, Princess Hermine Reuss could often be seen perusing books at a humble bookstall within Doorn's grounds. Knowledge became her constant companion during those quiet moments. Huis Doorn witnessed Kaiser Wilhelm II's exile unfold before its very eyes - an emperor displaced but never forgotten by history's gaze. This Dutch haven provided him shelter while memories intertwined with dreams yet unfulfilled. Kira and Hermine of Prussia brought warmth back into these grand halls as they graced them with their presence. Love blossomed amidst remnants of past glory - a testament to resilience and the enduring spirit of royalty.