The New King of Italy : His Majesty Delivering his Speech from the Throne after taking the Oath. 1900.

For Sale is a Full Page removed from "The Graphic, August 25th, 1900," showing a Drawing by W. Hatherell, R.I., from a Sketch by A. Bianchini, showing "The New King of Italy :  His Majesty Delivering His Speech from the Throne after taking the Oath."

King Victor Emmanuel, on the occasion of taking th Constitutional Oath before Parliament, made a speech which created a very favourable impression.  Almost every passage was punctuated with a fresh outburst of applause.  The King spoke in a firm, emphatic voice, and his concluding words wrought his hearers to a climax of enthusiasm.  He said :- "Brought up in the love of religion and the Fatherland, i call God to witness my promise that from this day forth and for ever i shall labour with all my heart for the greatness and prosperity of our country."  The new King was supported by the Duke of Aosta, the Count of Turin, and the Duke of Genoa.

Condition is Very Good.