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Man in the Iron Mask, playing the cello in prison
There are conflicting theories as to who this man was. One is that he was Count Ercole Antonio Mattioli (Matthioli or Marchioly, 1640-1703), an Italian diplomat, arrested as Eustache Dauger in 1669, imprisoned by Louis XIV for 34 years, who died in the Bastille. Another theory, according to Voltaire, is that he was the older, illegitimate brother of Louis XIV -- this later formed part of Alexandre Dumas Three Musketeers saga, in which the man is Louis twin brother
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17"x15" (43x38cm) Premium Frame
FSC real wood frame with double mounted 10x8 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 17x15 inches (431x381mm). 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 17.2cm x 24.4cm (6.8" x 9.6")
Estimated Product Size is 38.1cm x 43.1cm (15" x 17")
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 evocative image captures the enigmatic figure of the Man in the Iron Mask, believed to be either Count Ercole Antonio Mattioli or the older, illegitimate brother of Louis XIV, playing the cello in his prison cell. The exact identity of the man in the mask remains a subject of historical debate. According to one theory, Count Mattioli was an Italian diplomat, arrested as Eustache Dauger in 1669, and imprisoned in the Bastille for an astonishing 34 years until his death in 1703. Another theory, popularized by Voltaire, suggests that the man was Louis XIV's twin brother, a claim that later formed part of Alexandre Dumas' Three Musketeers saga. Despite the conflicting theories, the image of the Man in the Iron Mask playing the cello in his cell is a powerful symbol of the human spirit's ability to find solace and beauty even in the most dire of circumstances. The cello, a cultural artifact of the Baroque period, adds an air of sophistication and melancholy to the scene. The iron mask, a reminder of the man's captivity, contrasts sharply with the delicate, intricate design of the cello, creating a striking visual juxtaposition. The image also serves as a poignant reminder of the historical significance of the Bastille, a symbol of the absolute power of the French monarchy during the reign of Louis XIV. The bars on the cell window and the law books in the background further emphasize the man's captivity and the legal system that kept him imprisoned for decades. This haunting image, taken from the Mary Evans Picture Library, invites us to ponder the mysteries of history and the resilience of the human spirit in the face of adversity.
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