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Canvas Print : Duke and Duchess of York visiting Docklands - April 1924
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Duke and Duchess of York visiting Docklands - April 1924
The Duke and Duchess of York visiting Docklands in April 1924. This picture shows the Duchess (1900-2002) (later Queen Elizabeth, the Queen Mother) receiving the key with which she opened the new Dockland Settlement Club in Canning Town. Afterwards the Duke and Duchess had tea with local children. Date: 1924
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Media ID 20163291
© Bubblepunk / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Canning Coke Docklands Duchess Engagement Handed Official Opened Opening Receives Receiving Settlement Smile Visiting 1924 Albert Dockland Elizabeth
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Bring a piece of historical elegance into your home with our Media Storehouse Canvas Print featuring the Duke and Duchess of York (later King George VI and Queen Elizabeth) during their visit to Docklands in April 1924. Captured in this timeless image, the Duchess, dressed in a stunning hat and coat, exudes grace and sophistication as she and the Duke explore the bustling dockyards. This high-quality canvas print, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, is a beautiful addition to any room, adding character and charm while telling a story of the past. Order yours today and relive a moment in history.
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 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
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.
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In this evocative photograph from April 1924, the Duke and Duchess of York, later King George VI and Queen Elizabeth, the Queen Mother, make an official engagement to open the new Dockland Settlement Club in Canning Town. The Duchess, dressed in a stylish hat and coat, is seen receiving the key to the club from a local official with a beaming smile on her face. The Duke, Duke of York at the time, stands proudly by her side, both of them exuding a sense of happiness and excitement. The Dockland Settlement Club was an important community center that provided essential services and opportunities for the local children of Canning Town, a working-class area in the East End of London. The Duchess's visit was a significant moment for the community, and the image of her receiving the key with such warmth and grace has become an enduring symbol of her dedication to public service and her connection with the people. After the official opening ceremony, the Duke and Duchess had tea with the local children, many of whom are seen in their uniforms in the background of the photograph. The children appear to be enjoying themselves, some holding cups of tea and others chatting animatedly with the royal couple. The image captures a moment of joy and connection between the royals and the community they served, a testament to the power of community engagement and the importance of providing opportunities for children and families in need. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to the 1920s and the spirit of optimism and hope that characterized the era. It is a reminder of the enduring role that community centers and public figures can play in bringing people together and making a positive difference in people's lives.
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