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Queen Mum in Rhodesia
Elizabeth, the Queen Mother, seen entering the west entrance of the Zimbabwe ruins
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1953 Entering Formal Rhodesia Zimbabwe Elizabeth
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 24.4cm x 18.6cm (9.6" x 7.3")
Estimated Product Size is 43.1cm x 38.1cm (17" x 15")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This striking photograph captures a historic moment in the annals of African and British history as Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth, the Queen Mother, enters the magnificent west entrance of the Zimbabwe Ruins in Rhodesia (now Zimbabwe) in July 1953. Dressed in a formal 13-piece gown reminiscent of the 1950s elegance, the Queen Mother's regal presence is a stark contrast to the ancient ruins that surround her. The Zimbabwe Ruins, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, are a testament to the rich cultural heritage of the Shona people, who ruled the region from the late 11th to the mid-15th centuries. The visit by the Queen Mother, who was on a tour of Southern Africa at the time, was significant as it marked the first official recognition by the British monarchy of the historical significance of the Zimbabwe Ruins. The Queen Mother's interest in archaeology and history was well-known, and her visit was seen as a symbol of respect and appreciation for the cultural heritage of the people of Rhodesia and the wider African continent. The image of the Queen Mother entering the west entrance of the Zimbabwe Ruins is a powerful reminder of the intersection of history, culture, and politics in the mid-20th century. It is a poignant reminder of the complex and often fraught relationship between Britain and its African colonies, and the enduring legacy of the past in shaping the present. This photograph is an important historical document, and a testament to the enduring allure of the past and the power of symbolism in shaping our understanding of history.
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