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T Von Neuhoff / Magasin Pi
THEODOR VON NEUHOFF German adventurer who became THEODORE I, King of Corsica
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1694 1756 Adventurer Corsica Magasin Pointing Theodor Theodore
Mouse Pad
Standard Size Mouse Pad 7.75" x 9..25". High density Neoprene w linen surface. Easy to clean, stain resistant finish. Rounded corners.
Archive quality photographic print in a durable wipe clean mouse mat with non slip backing. Works with all computer mice
Estimated Product Size is 20.2cm x 23.7cm (8" x 9.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This image depicts Theodor von Neuhoff, a German adventurer who made history as Theodore I, King of Corsica in 1694. Born as Theodor Friedrich Wilhelm Philipp von Neuhoff in Kassel, Germany, he embarked on a remarkable journey that led him to the Mediterranean island of Corsica. Neuhoff, who is shown in the photograph with a regal posture and a pointing hand, was a man of ambition and determination. In 1693, he arrived in Corsica, claiming the throne based on a dubious claim of being the rightful heir to the defunct Genoese dynasty that had ruled the island. With the support of the Corsican people, who were tired of foreign rule, Neuhoff was able to establish a short-lived kingdom. The ship in the background of the photograph is a reminder of Neuhoff's seafaring past. Before his adventurous reign in Corsica, he had served as a captain in the Dutch navy. His naval experience proved invaluable in defending his new kingdom against the French, who sought to reclaim the island. Despite his bold claim to the throne and initial success, Neuhoff's reign was short-lived. In 1695, the French, under the command of King Louis XIV, launched a successful invasion of Corsica, and Neuhoff was forced to flee. He spent the rest of his life in exile, traveling to various European courts in search of support for his cause. This photograph, taken in 1756, captures a moment in history when a German adventurer dared to challenge the established powers of Europe and claimed the throne of an island kingdom in the Mediterranean. The image is a testament to Neuhoff's audacity and the enduring allure of the sea and the lure of adventure.
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