Metal Print : Dutch in the Congo
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Dutch in the Congo
Don Alvaro, the king of Congo, gives audience to a party of Dutch travelers
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1642 Alvaro Audience Congo Travelers
16"x24" (61x41cm) Metal Print
Experience the rich history of the Dutch in the Congo with our stunning Metal Prints from Media Storehouse. Featuring the captivating image "Don Alvaro, the king of Congo, gives audience to a party of Dutch travelers" from Mary Evans Prints Online, these metal prints bring history to life with vibrant colors and exceptional clarity. Each print is meticulously crafted using high-quality aluminum sheets, ensuring a durable and long-lasting piece that adds an elegant touch to any space. Transport yourself back in time and embellish your walls with this beautiful piece of history. Order your Metal Print today and make a statement in your home or office.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, our metal photo prints go beyond traditional canvases, adding a cool, modern touch to your space. Wall mount on back. Eco-friendly 100% post-consumer recycled ChromaLuxe aluminum surface. The thickness of the print is 0.045". Featuring a Scratch-resistant surface and Rounded corners. Backing hangers are attached to the back of the print and float the print 1/2-inch off the wall when hung, the choice of hanger may vary depending on size and International orders will come with Float Mount hangers only. Finished with a brilliant white high gloss surface for unsurpassed detail and vibrance. Printed using Dye-Sublimation and for best care we recommend a non-ammonia glass cleaner, water, or isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol to prevent harming the print surface. We recommend using a clean, lint-free cloth to wipe off the print. The ultra-hard surface is scratch-resistant, waterproof and weatherproof. Avoid direct sunlight exposure.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Product Size is 41.2cm x 61.5cm (16.2" x 24.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This image, taken from a rare 17th-century print, depicts an audience between Don Alvaro II, the King of the Congo, and a party of Dutch travelers in 1642. The historical significance of this moment is palpable as it represents the complex and intricate web of diplomatic and cultural exchanges that took place between Europe and Africa during this era. Don Alvaro II, dressed in his regal attire, sits confidently on his throne, surrounded by his courtiers. The Dutch travelers, dressed in European clothing, stand respectfully before him, presenting gifts and engaging in conversation. The scene is set against the backdrop of a lush African landscape, with palm trees and exotic birds adding to the sense of otherworldliness. The Congo, located in present-day Democratic Republic of the Congo, was a major center of the Atlantic slave trade during the 16th and 17th centuries. However, this image illustrates a different aspect of European-African relations, one characterized by diplomacy, trade, and cultural exchange. Don Alvaro II was known to have maintained close relations with European powers, including the Portuguese and the Dutch, and this audience likely served to strengthen those ties. The intricacies of this historical moment are further highlighted by the fact that Don Alvaro II was not a mere figurehead, but a powerful ruler in his own right. He is believed to have ruled the Kingdom of Congo from 1622 until his death in 1665, making him one of the longest-reigning monarchs in African history. This image offers a glimpse into a fascinating moment in history, when the worlds of Europe and Africa were intertwined in complex and intriguing ways.
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