1922 Rotogravure Charles I of Austria IV of Hungary Miklos Horthy Royalty Crown

This is an original 1922 sepia rotogravure titled, "Failure of Charles to Regain Hungarian Throne." The first image shows Charles assuming the throne at Budapest on December 30, 1916, an image of Charles reviewing his troops in Raab, Hungary, Charles and his wife, Zita, and Admiral Horthy, who prevented Charles' attempt to regain the throne. The caption for the bottom image writes, "Admiral Horthy, Regent of Hungary, reviewing the new Hungarian Guard, which, it will be noted, is equipped with German helmets. Special efforts had been made in recruiting the forces to exclude any of Bolshevist tendencies. It was Horthy's resistance that prevented the success of Charles's attempt to regain his throne."

CONDITION

This 89+ year old Item is rated Very Fine ++. Light aging throughout. No natural defects. No surface rub. No tears. No water damage. Please note that there is print on the reverse.

• Product Type: Original Rotogravure; Sepia
• Grade: Very Fine ++
• Dimensions: Approximately 10.25 x 15.25 inches; 26 x 39 cm
• Authentication: Serial-Numbered Certificate of Authenticity w/ Full Provenance
• Protection: Packaged in a custom archival sleeve with an acid-free black board (great for display, gift-giving, and preservation)

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