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Leopold II, King of the Belgians
Leopold II, King of the Belgians. The brother of Empress Carlota of Mexico and cousin to Queen Victoria, Leopold II (1835-1909) was the second King of the Belgians. He is best remembered for founding the Congo Free State in 1885 with the intention of exploiting its rubber, ivory and mineral resources, ruling as its sovereign. The local population were subjected to brutal exploitation by their colonial rulers, resulting in atrocities and an estimated 5-15 million deaths. When news of the situation reached the outside world in 1905, there was an outcry, leading to international pressure forcing Leopold to transfer the administration of the Congo to the Belgian state
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23"x19" (58x48cm) Premium Frame
FSC real wood frame with double mounted 16x12 print. Double mounted with white conservation mountboard. Frame moulding comprises stained composite natural wood veneers (Finger Jointed Pine) 39mm wide by 21mm thick. Archival quality Fujifilm CA photo paper mounted onto 1mm card. Overall outside dimensions are 23x19 inches (584x482mm). Rear features Framing tape to cover staples, 50mm Hanger plate, cork bumpers. Glazed with durable thick 2mm Acrylic to provide a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish. Acrylic Glass is far safer, more flexible and much lighter than typical mineral glass. Moreover, its higher translucency makes it a perfect carrier for photo prints. Acrylic allows a little more light to penetrate the surface than conventional glass and absorbs UV rays so that the image and the picture quality doesn't suffer under direct sunlight even after many years. Easily cleaned with a damp cloth. Please note that, to prevent the paper falling through the mount window and to prevent cropping of the original artwork, the visible print may be slightly smaller to allow the paper to be securely attached to the mount without any white edging showing and to match the aspect ratio of the original artwork.
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 26.8cm x 39.6cm (10.6" x 15.6")
Estimated Product Size is 48.2cm x 58.4cm (19" x 23")
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 print captures the stern yet regal presence of Leopold II, King of the Belgians. With his arms folded and a commanding gaze, he exudes authority and power. Leopold II was not only a monarch but also an influential figure in European history. As the brother of Empress Carlota of Mexico and cousin to Queen Victoria, Leopold II had significant connections within royal circles. However, it is for his controversial role as the founder of the Congo Free State that he is most remembered. In 1885, Leopold II established this colony with intentions to exploit its vast resources including rubber, ivory, and minerals. Unfortunately, this led to brutal exploitation by colonial rulers resulting in unimaginable atrocities inflicted upon the local population. It is estimated that between 5-15 million people lost their lives under these oppressive conditions. The international outcry over these human rights abuses eventually forced Leopold II to transfer control of the Congo to the Belgian state in 1908. This marked a turning point in Belgium's colonial history. While this portrait showcases Leopold II's imposing stature as a monarch, it also serves as a reminder of the dark legacy associated with his reign - one marred by exploitation and suffering endured by countless Congolese people during his rule.
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