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A KINGS CLOTHES
How to make a king look like a king - dress him in a kings clothes ! (Thackeray chooses Louis XIV, but any king would do as well...) Date: circa 1840
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1840 Chooses Kings Thackeray Monarchism
14"x18" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x12" 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 30.4cm x 20.3cm (12" x 8")
Estimated Product Size is 45.8cm x 35.6cm (18" x 14")
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.
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This image from the annals of 19th century art and literature showcases the transformative power of regal attire, as depicted in the renowned work of English satirist and author, William Makepeace Thackeray. Circa 1840, Thackeray chose to immortalize the grandeur and majesty of a king through the meticulous selection of his clothes. In this instance, the monarch in question is none other than the iconic Louis XIV of France. Louis XIV, the Sun King, was known for his opulent lifestyle and absolute rule, and Thackeray's portrayal of him in this print underscores the intricate relationship between politics, monarchism, and the symbolism of royal attire. The king's elaborate costume – complete with a voluminous robe, ermine-trimmed mantle, and the distinctive three-pointed hat known as the "Louis XIII bonnet" – serves not only as a visual representation of his power and wealth but also as a tangible link to the rich history and traditions of the French monarchy. The intricacies of the king's attire are a testament to the painstaking attention to detail that characterized the era, as well as the profound influence of fashion on the perception of power and authority. Thackeray's choice of Louis XIV as the subject of this print underscores the enduring allure of the monarchy and the role of clothing in shaping the image of a king. This evocative image invites us to reflect on the complex interplay of power, politics, and aesthetics that defined the world of the 19th century monarchs and continues to captivate us today.
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