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Fine Art Print : Royal Wedding 1947 - all night vigil
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Royal Wedding 1947 - all night vigil
Enthusiastic spectators wrapped up warm against the cold as they spend the night sleeping on the London streets in the hope of bagging a top spot along the processional route for the royal wedding of Princess Elizabeth (Queen Elizabeth II) to Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh at Westminster Abbey on 20 November 1947.
1947
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Media ID 7181577
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1947 Camaraderie Cold Crowds Edinburgh Enthusiastic Marriages Philip Processional Route Royalist Sleeping Spectators Vigil Waiting Weddings Elizabeth
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the historic magic of the Royal Wedding 1947 with our exquisite Fine Art Print from the Media Storehouse collection. This captivating image, sourced from the Mary Evans / Photo Union Collection at Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you back in time to the London streets where enthusiastic spectators braved the cold, spending the entire night in anticipation of securing the best viewing spot along the processional route for the much-awaited royal wedding. Add a touch of history and nostalgia to your home or office with this stunning, high-quality Fine Art Print.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this evocative black-and-white photograph, taken on the chilly night of November 19, 1947, a sea of enthusiastic spectators huddle together on the streets of London, wrapped up against the cold as they spend the night in vigil. The historic occasion that has brought them together is the upcoming royal wedding of Princess Elizabeth, who would later become Queen Elizabeth II, and Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh. The image captures the camaraderie and excitement of the crowd as they eagerly await the processional route for the royal wedding at Westminster Abbey. The air is thick with anticipation and the promise of witnessing a once-in-a-lifetime event. The determination in their eyes is palpable, as they prepare to spend the night on the London streets to secure a prime viewing spot. The photograph is a poignant reminder of the deep-rooted love and devotion the British people held, and continue to hold, for their monarchy. The image also serves as a testament to the enduring spirit of the human condition, as people from all walks of life come together to share in a collective experience, braving the cold and the discomfort, in the name of tradition and history. The photograph, taken from the Mary Evans Prints Online collection, is a powerful and moving snapshot of a moment in time, frozen forever in history. It encapsulates the essence of a royal wedding, a union of two people, and the unity and joy it brings to the masses. The image is a timeless reminder of the power of hope, the strength of community, and the magic of a royal wedding.
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