King Richard Iii Statue - Last Plantagenet Monarch Historical Collectible

Celebrate one of England's most fascinating & debated monarchs with this beautifully crafted 25cm statue of King Richard III. Finished in a classic bronze effect & mounted on an elegant white stone effect base, this highly detailed sculpture pays tribute to the last king of the House of Plantagenet, whose life, reign & remarkable rediscovery have captured worldwide attention. Standing 25cm tall & approximately 15cm wide, this impressive display piece is manufactured entirely from durable plastic, giving the appearance of traditional cast bronze while remaining lightweight & easy to display. The contrasting white stone effect base provides a timeless presentation suitable for the home, office, study, library or historical collection. King Richard III (1452-1485) became King of England in 1483 following the death of his brother, King Edward IV. His reign lasted just over two years but remains one of the most discussed periods in English history. Richard introduced a number of legal reforms, including improvements to the administration of justice & measures designed to make the law more accessible to ordinary people. Despite these achievements, his reign has long been overshadowed by political controversy surrounding the disappearance of his nephews, the Princes in the Tower, & the dynastic conflict known as the Wars of the Roses. Richard married Anne Neville, daughter of the powerful Richard Neville, Earl of Warwick, often known as The Kingmaker. Together they had one son, Edward of Middleham, who sadly died in childhood. Anne herself died in 1485, only a few months before Richard lost both his throne & his life at the Battle of Bosworth Field. Defeated by the forces of Henry Tudor, who became King Henry VII, Richard III was the last English monarch to die in battle, bringing an end to the Plantagenet dynasty & ushering in the Tudor era. in one of the most extraordinary archaeological discoveries of modern times, Richard III's remains were uncovered beneath a municipal car park in Leicester in 2012 following a project led by the University of Leicester. Scientific analysis, including DNA testing, confirmed the identity of the skeleton, resolving a mystery that had lasted for more than five centuries. The discovery attracted international attention & transformed understanding of Richard's appearance, health & final resting place. in 2015, he was reinterred with full honours in Leicester Cathedral, where his tomb continues to attract visitors from around the world. Whether admired as a medieval monarch, remembered for his role in the Wars of the Roses, or recognised through his remarkable rediscovery beneath a Leicester car park, King Richard III remains one of Britain's most enduring historical figures. This statue serves as an elegant tribute to his life, legacy & place in English history. Features: 25cm high x approximately 15cm wide Bronze effect plastic statue White stone effect plastic display base Manufactured entirely from durable plastic Highly detailed historical sculpture Ideal for historians, collectors, museums, educational displays & gifts Legal Disclaimer: This is an independently designed historical commemorative sculpture. It is not affiliated with, endorsed by or licensed by Leicester Cathedral, the Richard III Society, the University of Leicester, Historic England, or any other organisation associated with King Richard III or his rediscovery. Keywords: King Richard III Statue, Richard III Sculpture, Plantagenet King, English Monarch Gift, Medieval History Collectible, Wars of the Roses Ornament, Battle of Bosworth Memorial, Anne Neville, Leicester Discovery, Historical Figure Statue, Bronze Effect King, English Heritage Decor, Medieval Collectible King Richard Iii Statue - Last Plantagenet Monarch Historical Collectible