Original Imperial German Pre-WWI Frederick III German Emperor Bust - 6 ¼' Tall

Item DescriptionOriginal Item. Only One Available. Frederick III (Friedrich Wilhelm Nikolaus Karl; 18 October 1831 – 15 June 1888), or Friedrich III, was German Emperor and King of Prussia for 99 days between March and his death in June 1888, during the Year of the Three Emperors.Known informally as 'Fritz', he was the only son of Emperor Wilhelm I and was raised in his family's tradition of military service. Following the unification of Germany in 1871 his father, then King of Prussia, became German Emperor. Upon Wilhelm's death at the age of ninety on 9 March 1888, the throne passed to Frederick, who had been German Crown Prince for seventeen years and Crown Prince of Prussia for twenty-seven years. Frederick was suffering from cancer of the larynx when he died at the age of 56, following unsuccessful medical treatments for his condition.This is an outstanding painted steel bust of Frederick III, German Emperor The bust measures 6 1/4' tall with a base measuring 2 ½ x 1 ⅝'. Frederick's iconic beard is well-retained, and he wears the 1870 Iron Cross with other medals. The bust is not marked.A great bust, ready for display.Shipping RestrictionsThis product is available for international shipping.Payment OptionsEligible for all payments - Visa, Mastercard, Discover, AMEX, Paypal & Sezzle