His Majesty King George I of Greece - c1899

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An Original Fine Art Colour Print of "His Majesty, King George I of Greece" From an original portrait, produced in Athens Circa 1899 This item comprises the portrait as described above in good condition. This is a genuine antique being over 100 years old - NOT a modern reproduction. FORMAT Overall Size:- 9 " x 13" including the margin. Image Size:- 7 1/2" x 10" approx About the subject... George I ( 24 December 1845 – 18 March 1913) was King of the Hellenes from 1863 to 1913. Originally a Danish prince, George was only 17 years old when he was elected king by the Greek National Assembly, which had deposed the former King Otto. His nomination was both suggested and supported by the Great Powers (the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland, the Second French Empire and the Russian Empire).As the first monarch of the new Greek dynasty, his reign of almost 50 years (the longest in modern Greek history) was characterized by territorial gains as Greece established its place in pre-World War I Europe. Two weeks short of the fiftieth anniversary of his accession, and during the First Balkan War, he was assassinated. In sharp contrast to his own reign, the reigns of his successors would prove short and insecure. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - SOME IMPORTANT NOTICES.... 1. Overseas postage rates are available on request. read more