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Amelie / Queen Portugal / Ph
AMELIE, QUEEN OF PORTUGAL Wife of CARLOS I, daughter of the Comte de Paris
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1865 1951 Amelie Carlos Comte Faded Portugal Portuguese Sepia
14"x16" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x10" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 35.6cm x 40.6cm (14" x 16")
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
Amélie of Orléans, born in 1865 as the eldest daughter of the Comte de Paris, was destined for a life of grandeur and royalty. This photograph, taken in 1951, captures Amélie in her regal splendor as Queen of Portugal. Amélie's life took a dramatic turn when she was only 18 years old, as she was chosen as the bride of King Carlos I of Portugal. The union was a political one, aimed at strengthening the relationship between France and Portugal. Despite the political motivations behind their marriage, Amélie and Carlos shared a deep affection for one another, and their union produced five children. This photograph, with its faded sepia tones and intricate detail, transports us back to a bygone era. Amélie's elegant attire, adorned with pearls and lace, reflects the opulence of the Portuguese royal court. Her regal bearing and piercing gaze convey a sense of strength and determination, as well as a hint of melancholy, perhaps reflecting the challenges and complexities of her role as queen. Amélie's life was not without tragedy. In 1908, her husband and eldest son were assassinated, leaving her to rule as regent for her younger son, Luis Filipe. She continued to serve as regent until 1910, when the monarchy was overthrown in the Portuguese Revolution. Amélie and her family were forced into exile, and she spent the remainder of her life in France. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of Amélie's life as queen of Portugal, a time of grandeur, tragedy, and enduring love. It is a testament to the rich history and complexities of European royalty, and a reminder of the intricate web of political alliances and personal relationships that shaped the continent's past.
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