This is an original 1937 color print portrait of Azam Jah, the Prince of Berar. At the time of this image, he had a fortune of $750,000,000 and ruled over 14,000,000 subjects. In 1937,
Time magazine noted Azam Jah as the richest person in the world. In 2008, he was regarded as the fifth wealthiest man in the history of the world. He is said to have fathered over 100 illegitimate children. Photography by Leigh Irwin and Nicholas Langen.
CONDITION
This 74+ year old Item is rated Near Mint / Very Fine+. Light aging throughout. No creases. No natural defects. No surface rub. No tears. No water damage. Please note that there is print on the reverse.
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Product Type: Original Color Print; Color
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Grade: Near Mint / Very Fine+
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Dimensions: Approximately 9 x 11.5 inches; 23 x 29 cm
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Authentication: Serial-Numbered Certificate of Authenticity w/ Full Provenance
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Protection: Packaged in a custom archival sleeve with an acid-free black board (great for display, gift-giving, and preservation)
Keywords specific to this image: Nizam, Hyberabad, Asam Jah, Damat Walashan Sahebzada Nawab Sir Mir Himayat Ali Khan Bahadur Bey Effendi, Nawab Sir Mir, Indian
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