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The Duchess of Manchester (Helena Zimmerman)
Helena Zimmerman (1878-1971), who married William Montagu, 9th Duke of Manchester in 1900. She was the daughter of Eugene Zimmerman of Cincinnati, Ohio, a railroad president and major stockholder in Standard Oil. (The marriage was secret and the Dukes mother, Consuelo, was appalled by it.) They had four children. The couple divorced in 1931, the Duke having squandered both his and her fortune. Date: 1914
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Media ID 14410313
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Standard Size Mouse Pad 7.75" x 9..25". High density Neoprene w linen surface. Easy to clean, stain resistant finish. Rounded corners.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 18.4cm x 23.7cm (7.2" x 9.3")
Estimated Product Size is 20.2cm x 23.7cm (8" x 9.3")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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EDITORS COMMENTS
1. Title: "The Duchess of Manchester, Helena Zimmerman (1878-1971): An American Heiress in the British Aristocracy" 2.. This portrait captures the enigmatic figure of Helena Zimmerman, the Duchess of Manchester, in the year 1914. Born in Cincinnati, Ohio, Helena was the daughter of Eugene Zimmerman, a renowned railroad president and major stockholder in Standard Oil. Her marriage to William Montagu, the 9th Duke of Manchester, in 1900 was a closely guarded secret. The Duke's mother, Consuelo, was displeased with the union due to Helena's American heritage and her family's wealth. Despite the disapproval, the couple welcomed four children into the world. However, their marriage was not built to last. The Duke's reckless spending habits led to the squandering of both their fortunes, ultimately resulting in their divorce in 1931. Helena, an American heiress, found herself in the midst of the British aristocracy, a world far removed from her Ohio upbringing. This portrait, taken during her time as a duchess, showcases her regal bearing and the elegance that came with her newfound title. Despite the challenges she faced, Helena's story is a testament to the complexities and intrigues of high society during the early 20th century. This image, a captivating piece of history, is a reminder of the lives of the princesses and princesses who shaped the world around us, often in unexpected ways. The portrait, with its timeless beauty and intriguing backstory, continues to fascinate and inspire.
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