Canvas Print : Authors Club reception at Whitehall Court, 1962
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Authors Club reception at Whitehall Court, 1962
Column of photographs reporting on a party for the Authors Club at Whitehall Court in December 1962 at which Sir Charles and Lady Petrie received guests. Top photograph - Sir Charles Petrie, the clubs chairman with the Marchioness of Bristol. Middle - Mrs Jo Grimond and Signor Pietro Quaroni, the Italian Ambassador and bottom image, Lady Lenanton (novelist Carola Oman), the Countess of Kilmuir, and Mrs John Profumo (Valerie Hobson). Date: 1962
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Media ID 14399422
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
1962 Ambassador Authors Countess Guests Jul16 Novelist Oman Parties Petrie Pietro Reception Signor Whitehall Carola Kilmuir
21"x7" (53x18cm) Canvas Print
Bring a piece of literary history into your home with our Media Storehouse Canvas Prints featuring the enchanting "Authors Club reception at Whitehall Court, 1962" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This captivating image, reporting on a festive gathering at Whitehall Court in December 1962 where Sir Charles and Lady Petrie welcomed esteemed authors, offers a glimpse into the rich cultural fabric of the past. Our premium canvas prints are meticulously crafted to bring out the vibrant colors and intricate details, ensuring a stunning addition to any room in your home or office. Elevate your decor with this unique and thoughtful piece, a conversation starter that tells a story of literary tradition and camaraderie.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 17.8cm x 53.3cm (7" x 21")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this evocative image from the Archives, we are transported back to a glamorous Authors Club reception held at Whitehall Court in December 1962. The top photograph captures the essence of the evening as Sir Charles Petrie, the esteemed chairman of the Authors Club, warmly welcomes the Marchioness of Bristol to the event. The middle image showcases a charming moment between Mrs Jo Grimond, wife of the then Liberal Party leader, and Signor Pietro Quaroni, the Italian Ambassador. Their engaging conversation reflects the international flair of the gathering. In the bottom photograph, Lady Lenanton, a renowned novelist under the pen name Carola Oman, is seen in delightful conversation with the Countess of Kilmuir and Mrs John Profumo, Valerie Hobson. The elegant atmosphere of the Whitehall Court is further emphasized by the ladies' stylish attire and the twinkling lights adorning the room. This column of photographs offers a captivating glimpse into the social scene of the early 1960s, where literature, diplomacy, and society intertwined in a beautiful dance of camaraderie and celebration. Sir Charles Petrie and the Authors Club played a pivotal role in bringing together these esteemed figures, making for an unforgettable evening at Whitehall Court.
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