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Ras Makonnen
Ras Makonnen Walda-Mika el Guddisa, also Makonnen Wolde Mikael, Honorary KCMG (1852 1906) - a general and the governor of Harar province in Ethiopia, and the father of Tafari Makonnen, later known as the Emperor Haile Selassie I. Date: circa 1890
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Abyssin Ia Abyssinian Ethiopia Governor Harar Makonnen Mika Mikael Wolde
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Introducing the captivating "Ras Makonnen" poster print from the Media Storehouse collection, brought to you in collaboration with Mary Evans Prints Online. This exquisite image showcases Ras Makonnen Walda-Mika el Guddisa, a renowned Ethiopian general and the governor of Harar province. Born in 1852, Ras Makonnen is also known as Makonnen Wolde Mikael and was later recognized as an Honorary Knight Commander of the Order of St Michael and St George (KCMG). His legendary status in Ethiopian history is depicted in this striking, high-quality poster print. Adorn your walls with this captivating piece of history and immerse yourself in the rich cultural heritage of Ethiopia.
A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 33cm x 59.4cm (13" x 23.4")
Estimated Product Size is 42cm x 59.4cm (16.5" x 23.4")
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 Ras Makonnen Walda-Mika el Guddisa, a pivotal figure in Ethiopian history, in his role as the general and governor of Harar province around 1890. Born in 1852, Ras Makonnen was a prominent military leader and a key advisor to Emperor Menelik II. He played a crucial role in the expansion of the Ethiopian Empire, particularly in the conquest of Harar in 1887. Ras Makonnen's military prowess and political acumen earned him the respect and loyalty of his people, as well as the recognition of the imperial court. He was also the father of Tafari Makonnen, who later became Emperor Haile Selassie I, the revered leader of Ethiopia from 1930 until his overthrow in 1974. In this photograph, Ras Makonnen is depicted in military uniform, exuding confidence and authority. His stern expression and piercing gaze convey a sense of determination and focus, reflecting the challenges and responsibilities he faced as a leader during a time of great change in Ethiopian history. The image offers a glimpse into the life of this remarkable man, who played a significant role in shaping the course of Ethiopian history. It is a testament to his military accomplishments, political astuteness, and enduring legacy as the father of a legendary emperor.
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