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LOT 14:
Queen Victoria - an early cloth describing the period of her many years of rule
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Queen Victoria - an early cloth describing the period of her many years of rule
THE LONEST REIGH ON RECORD, QUEEN VICTORIA 1837 - A cloth map showing Queen Victoria's longtime royal scene. In the center is a portrait of the Queen at the beginning of her reign in 1837, surrounded by a medallion, illustrations depicting the changes the world underwent during its many years of rule. In the four corners are animals typical of the countries that were under the rule of the British Kingdom. Britain, 19th century.
Victoria, Queen of the United Kingdom [1819-1901] Granddaughter of King George III, and last British control of the House of Hanover. Victoria was Queen of the United Kingdom from 20 June 1837 until her death, for 63 years and seven months, more than any British king who preceded her. She was also the first Empress of India, beginning on May 1, 1876. Her reign is named after her, "the Victorian period". It was the heyday of the Industrial Revolution, in which the United Kingdom underwent many developments in the fields of society, economy and technology. During her reign the British Empire grew greatly, and was considered the most powerful empire in the world. Victoria is considered one of the most powerful women in human history in general.
34x32 cm. Stains. Good condition.
