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Anna Nzinga of Angola makes peace with Portugal
Anna Nzinga, Princess of Angola, West Africa, makes peace with Portugal and converts to Christianity, renaming herself Dona Anna de Souza
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15"x10" (38x25cm) Metal Print
Experience history come to life with our stunning Media Storehouse Metal Print of Anna Nzinga, the legendary Princess of Angola. This captivating image from Mary Evans Prints Online depicts a pivotal moment in history: Anna Nzinga's peaceful resolution with Portugal, leading to her conversion to Christianity and adoption of the name Dona Anna de Souza. Our high-quality Metal Prints transform your chosen photograph into a vibrant, long-lasting work of art, adding an intriguing conversation piece to any room. Embrace the richness of history and bring this powerful representation of resilience and diplomacy into your home.
Your image is printed photographically and bonded to a 3.5mm thick, Dibond board (black polyethylene sandwiched between two sheets of white coated aluminium). The panel is then sealed with a gloss protective covering. Supplied complete with a wall mount which holds the print 10mm from the wall.
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Estimated Product Size is 38.1cm x 25.4cm (15" x 10")
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.
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Anna Nzinga, the resilient and formidable Princess of Angola, is depicted in this striking 17th-century image as she makes peace with Portugal, marking a pivotal moment in the complex history of colonialism in West Africa. Dressed in an elegant European gown, adorned with intricate gold jewelry, and holding a fan, Anna Nzinga, also known as Dona Anna de Souza after her conversion to Christianity, exudes an air of regal power and determination. The year was 1622, and the Portuguese, who had been attempting to colonize Angola for decades, had finally managed to establish a foothold in the region. However, Anna Nzinga, a skilled diplomat and warrior, refused to be subjugated. She waged a relentless campaign against the Portuguese, using her intelligence and cunning to outmaneuver them at every turn. Despite her fierce resistance, Anna Nzinga ultimately recognized that a military victory might not be the best solution for her people. She saw the potential benefits of Christianity and the Portuguese education system, and decided to use these tools to her advantage. In a strategic move, she converted to Christianity, renaming herself Dona Anna de Souza, and entered into a peace treaty with Portugal. This photograph, which captures the essence of this transformative moment in history, offers a glimpse into the complex and nuanced relationship between Africa and Europe during the era of colonialism. Anna Nzinga's story serves as a reminder of the resilience and resourcefulness of African leaders in the face of foreign invasion and the enduring influence of Christianity on the African continent.
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