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Coronation Tea Party (advertisement)
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Coronation Tea Party (advertisement)
As part of an advertisement for Bowater Paper Corporation Limited, artist Illingworth previews the typical scene in British villages during Coronation week. Date: 1953
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Amidst the joyous celebrations of Coronation Week in 1953, the quintessential English village comes alive with excitement. In this scene by renowned artist Illingworth, the community gathers around a long table, laden with an array of scrumptious cakes and buns, prepared in honor of the monarch's coronation. The newly crowned Queen Elizabeth II, dressed in her regal attire, graciously accepts the homage of her subjects, as the village vicar looks on with pride. A brass band plays lively tunes, filling the air with music and merriment. Children in their Sunday best, including a group of eager Scouts, frolic around, their faces painted with delight. A sack race adds to the festivities, as villagers take turns competing in the traditional English game. The scene is set against a backdrop of picturesque thatched-roof cottages, their gardens adorned with colorful blooms. The sun casts a warm glow over the idyllic setting, as the villagers revel in the joyous occasion. As the day progresses, the Coronation Tea Party continues to be a testament to the unity and spirit of the British people, a tradition that brings the community together in celebration of their monarch and their shared heritage. This evocative image, with its intricate details and rich colors, is a beautiful reminder of a bygone era, captured by the skilled brushstrokes of Illingworth.
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