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King of the Congo, West Africa, with Portuguese bishop
King Peter, Christian ruler of the Congo, West Africa, welcomes a Portuguese bishop
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Media ID 573135
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1520s 1525 Bishop Catholicism Colonialism Congo Discovery Evangelism Exploration Portugal Portuguese Power Ruler Welcoming
18x24 inch Poster Print
Introducing the captivating "King of the Congo, West Africa, with Portuguese Bishop" poster print from our Media Storehouse collection. This evocative image, sourced from Mary Evans Picture Library through Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you back in time to the historic encounter between King Peter of the Congo and a Portuguese bishop. The rich details of their meeting, filled with cultural exchange and diplomacy, are brought to life in this stunning print. Adorn your walls with this intriguing piece of history and ignite conversation in any room. Embrace the power of art to tell a story and elevate your space.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 61.6cm x 46.3cm (24.3" x 18.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures a significant moment in history as King Peter, the Christian ruler of the Congo in West Africa, warmly welcomes a Portuguese bishop. The image showcases the power dynamics and cultural exchange that occurred during the era of colonialism in the 1520s.
King Peter's regal presence is evident as he stands tall and confident next to the bishop, symbolizing his authority over his people. The bishop's arrival signifies the spread of Christianity into African lands, highlighting the role of religion in shaping global events.
The meeting between these two figures represents a pivotal moment of discovery and exploration, as well as evangelism and religious conversion. It also sheds light on the complex relationship between European powers like Portugal and African kingdoms like Congo.
Through this print from Mary Evans Picture Library, viewers are transported back in time to witness a unique blend of cultures and traditions coming together. It serves as a reminder of how historical events continue to shape our world today, while also sparking curiosity about past civilizations and their interactions with one another.
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