"Robert III: Absentee King" is a thought-provoking piece of art that masterfully conveys the narrative of a monarch's ailing health and the consequential appointment of a regent. Through its symbolism and expert composition, it tells a tale of political intrigue and the weight of responsibility, leaving the viewer with a sense of the delicate balance between power and vulnerability. This captivating photographic still life art print tells a poignant story through its carefully arranged elements.
Scotland's Chequered Throne Collection®
This image is one of 15 images from the Scotland's Chequered Throne® collection about the Scottish monarchs through a series of levitation photographs showing the sacrifices and the triumphs of the succession of the Scottish Monarchs. Each player has their own story to tell from the defining of the Scottish English Border to the union of the crowns of Scotland and England and everything in between. This collection is a journey through history as the stories unfold through these magical and distinctive photographs that incorporate playing cards, a chessboard, and unique pieces of art. All 15 images are listed so you can collect as many as you want!
Awards
This collection has been awarded an associate distinction from the Royal Photographic Society in 2020.
A smaller panel of 4 images about the Wars of Independence received an honourable mention in the Annual Photography Awards (APA) in 2021.
