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ROYAL CHESS FRANCE
King Louis XI of France, on the right - plays chess at his chateau of Plessis-les- Tours Date: circa 1480
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Media ID 20149583
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1480 Chateau Chess Plays Plessis Tours Games
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 16.8cm x 24.4cm (6.6" 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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EDITORS COMMENTS
This image depicts King Louis XI of France (1423-1483) engaged in a game of chess at his chateau of Plessis-les-Tours, circa 1480. The monarch, dressed in regal attire, sits confidently at the table, his eyes focused intently on the chessboard before him. His opponent, unseen in this portrait, is believed to be one of his trusted advisors or courtiers. Chess was a popular pastime among the European nobility during the late Middle Ages, and the game is thought to have reached France via the Saracen invaders in the 8th century. King Louis XI, known as "The Universal Spider" for his cunning and political maneuvering, was an avid player and reportedly used the game to further his strategic thinking and diplomacy. The chessboard, intricately designed and adorned with precious stones, is a testament to the wealth and grandeur of the French monarchy during this period. The game pieces, carved from ivory and ebony, are meticulously crafted and display the distinctive European styles of the time. The serene atmosphere of the scene, with the king surrounded by the opulence of his chateau and the tranquility of the countryside beyond, underscores the importance of leisurely pursuits for the ruling elite. The image serves as a reminder of the rich history and cultural traditions that continue to influence modern-day chess and its enduring appeal as a game of strategy, intellect, and diplomacy.
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