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Antique Framed Print : Haile Selassie / Ilz 1930
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Haile Selassie / Ilz 1930
HAILE SELASSIE Emperor of Ethiopia (1930-74)
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Ethiopia Ethiopian Haile Selassie
14"x12" (36x31cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (36x31cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, the Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
Bevelled Wood Effect Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 18cm x 24.4cm (7.1" x 9.6")
Estimated Product Size is 31.2cm x 36.3cm (12.3" x 14.3")
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.
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This photograph captures an historic moment in the life of Haile Selassie I, the revered Emperor of Ethiopia from 1930 until his overthrow in 1974. Taken in 1930, the image shows a confident and regal Selassie in his early reign, dressed in the traditional Ethiopian imperial robes adorned with gold and silver embroidery. His crown, known as the "Crown of the Sun," sits atop his head, symbolizing his divine connection to the Ethiopian people and the land itself. Haile Selassie I, born Tafari Makonnen in 1892, rose to power following the death of Emperor Yohannes IV in 1913. He was crowned Emperor in 1930, marking the beginning of a reign that would last for over four decades. During his rule, Selassie modernized Ethiopia, implementing educational and infrastructure reforms, and working to strengthen the country's international standing. He also played a significant role in the Pan-African movement, advocating for the unity and independence of African nations. Despite his achievements, Selassie's reign was not without challenges. Ethiopia faced numerous internal and external threats, including the Italian invasion in 1935, which forced Selassie into exile. He returned to Ethiopia in 1941, and continued his efforts to rebuild and modernize the country. However, by the late 1960s and early 1970s, Ethiopia was facing economic instability and political unrest. In 1974, Selassie was overthrown in a military coup, marking the end of his reign and the beginning of a new chapter in Ethiopian history. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of Haile Selassie I's historic reign and his enduring legacy as a symbol of Ethiopian pride and resilience. The image captures the essence of a man who, despite the challenges he faced, remained committed to his people and his country, leaving a lasting impact on the world stage.
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