The story behind Rachel Rader’s Her Majesty (on display at Pratt’s TK Gallery)
Through recent archaeological findings we have been able to piece together objects of a lost past. The Sea People living under the Coquille Empire (approx. 15th- 18th century) overthrew Queen Scarlatine in a social and political upheaval from 1789- 1799. The absolute monarchy that ruled the Seas for centuries collapsed. What remains of Queen Scarlatine’s rule are relics from her coronation, which were found hidden in a cave deep in the dark waters of the Pacific Ocean near the Straight of Juan de Fuca. In homage to the Queen, we have replicated her tearoom and recreated some of her favorite delicacies.
Legend has it that Queen Scarlatine lived in luxury throughout her reign dismissing the concerned pleas of the Sea People. When the delicate balance of sea life began to decline the Queen continued to throw decadent tea parties and masquerades with no regard for the Sea People or the coral life they thrive on. In 1793, the Sea People stormed the Castle of Sable and the tyranny of the Coquille Empire was overthrown. Queen Scarlatine was fed to the Giant Squid, along with her courtesans. Little is known about the fate of the Sea People, but it is believed they live in a Socialist society that strives for balance in their environment and equality amongst species.
The story behind Rachel Rader’s Her Majesty (on display at Pratt’s TK Gallery)
Through recent archaeological findings we have been able to piece together objects of a lost past. The Sea People living under the Coquille Empire (approx. 15th- 18th century) overthrew Queen Scarlatine in a social and political upheaval from 1789- 1799. The absolute monarchy that ruled the Seas for centuries collapsed. What remains of Queen Scarlatine’s rule are relics from her coronation, which were found hidden in a cave deep in the dark waters of the Pacific Ocean near the Straight of Juan de Fuca. In homage to the Queen, we have replicated her tearoom and recreated some of her favorite delicacies.
Legend has it that Queen Scarlatine lived in luxury throughout her reign dismissing the concerned pleas of the Sea People. When the delicate balance of sea life began to decline the Queen continued to throw decadent tea parties and masquerades with no regard for the Sea People or the coral life they thrive on. In 1793, the Sea People stormed the Castle of Sable and the tyranny of the Coquille Empire was overthrown. Queen Scarlatine was fed to the Giant Squid, along with her courtesans. Little is known about the fate of the Sea People, but it is believed they live in a Socialist society that strives for balance in their environment and equality amongst species.
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