Jewels: Diamond Earrings by Leysen

Queen Matilde owns two versions of a pair of delicate diamond earrings by Brussels jeweller Leysen.

First there are these simple diamond earrings. Mathilde has been wearing them since the early 2000s.

Then there's this version with a diamond and pink gemstone pendant.

The model from Leysen, with a yellow stone.

Flashback: Technopolis

14 March 2001

Prince Philippe & Princess Mathilde made a visit to Technopolis in Mechelen.

Expo "Belleza e Bruttezza"

13 March 2026

Queen Mathilde visited the exhibition "Belleza e bruttezza. Beauty and ugliness in the Renaissance" at Bozar in Brussels. 

Springtime Concert 2026

12 March 2026

King Philippe & Queen Mathilde hosted a springtime concert at the royal palace in Brussels.

 

The guests were Belgians who help to innovate society.

The music was played by Fratres Trio. 

For this concert, the piano was complemented a luthéal, an exceptional music instrument provided by the Musical Instruments Museum (MIM) in Brussels. The luthéal is a rare mechanism invented in 1919 by the Belgian organ builder Georges Cloetens. It allows a piano to adopt various timbres reminiscent of the harpsichord, harp, lute, and cimbalon. The French composer Maurice Ravel was the first to compose music for this instrument. 

Week van de Zorg 2026

11 March 2026

For Health Care Week, Queen Mathilde visited De Kering in Malle, a residential care center for young people between the ages of 3 and 25. De Kering supports not only the child, but also the family and their network.

Mathilde helped prepare lunch (hete bliksem) while talking to some of the residents and their carers. We found out she likes spaghetti and most of all vegetables. 

Then it was on to other residents.

And as always, Mathilde took the time to say goodbye to all who were waiting for her outside.

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