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Shah of Persia, Mozaffar ad-Din Shah Qajar
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Shah of Persia, Mozaffar ad-Din Shah Qajar
The Shah of Persia, Mozaffar ad-Din Shah Qajar (1853-1907). A card produced as a souvenir of his visit to Belgium in summer 1902. Date: 1902
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This photograph captures Mozaffar ad-Din Shah Qajar (1853-1907), the Shah of Persia, during his historic visit to Belgium in the summer of 1902. The Shah, dressed in traditional Persian attire, is seen wearing a long robe with intricate embroidery and a distinctive moustache. He is adorned with numerous medals and decorations, symbolizing his royal status and military accomplishments. Mozaffar ad-Din Shah Qajar was the last monarch of the Qajar dynasty in Persia, which ruled from 1785 to 1925. His reign, which lasted from 1896 until his assassination in 1907, was marked by modernization efforts and attempts to strengthen Persia's position in the face of encroaching European influence. The Shah's visit to Belgium was a significant moment in Persian history, as it marked the first time a Persian monarch had traveled to Europe. The visit was intended to strengthen diplomatic relations between Persia and the European powers, and to showcase Persian culture to a European audience. This photograph is a rare and valuable reminder of this historic moment in Persian and European history. It offers a glimpse into the world of the Shah and the grandeur of the Persian court, as well as the cultural exchange that took place between Persia and Europe at the turn of the 20th century.
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