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Mr Charles Sweeney and Miss Margaret Whigham
Engagement of American golfer Charles Sweeney to society darling Miss Margaret Whigham in November 1932. As Mrs Charles Sweeney, Margaret was feted and even name checked by Cole Porter in the song, You re the Top. She would later marry the Duke of Argyll and be plunged into scandal during her 1963 divorce case. Date: 1932
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© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
1932 Argyll Celebrity Duchess Engaged Engagement Golfer Margaret Sweeney Whigham Miss
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into the glamour and elegance of a bygone era with our exquisite selection of Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring this enchanting image of Charles Sweeney and Margaret Whigham from Mary Evans Prints Online. Captured during their engagement in November 1932, this timeless photograph showcases the charm and allure of American golfer Charles Sweeney and society darling Margaret Whigham. As Mrs. Charles Sweeney, Margaret became a beloved figure in high society, even earning a mention in Cole Porter's famous song. Add a touch of vintage sophistication to your home or office with this stunning Fine Art Print, a beautiful reminder of a more elegant time.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 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.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 29.2cm x 53.3cm (11.5" x 21")
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 68.6cm (20" x 27")
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 photograph, taken in November 1932, we find the engaging couple, Charles Sweeney and Margaret Whigham, basking in the limelight of their recent engagement. The dashing American golfer, Charles Sweeney, is seen smiling confidently at his beloved, while Margaret Whigham, the society darling, gazes at him with a radiant smile. The couple's engagement was a major event in the social circles of the 1930s, with the press and public eagerly following their every move. Charles Sweeney, a rising star in the world of golf, had captured the heart of the elegant and sophisticated Margaret Whigham. The young woman, known for her beauty and charm, was a favorite among the high society set. Their engagement was the talk of the town, with many anticipating a grand wedding and a life filled with happiness and prosperity for the couple. Margaret Whigham's engagement to Charles Sweeney was not her only claim to fame. She would later marry the Duke of Argyll and become the Duchess of Argyll. However, her marriage was not without scandal. In 1963, she was embroiled in a highly publicized divorce case, which made headlines around the world. Despite the controversies that followed her, Margaret Whigham remained a figure of intrigue and fascination, a testament to the enduring allure of the high society world of the 1930s. This photograph captures a moment in time, a moment of happiness and excitement, as Charles Sweeney and Margaret Whigham prepare to embark on their journey together. It is a reminder of a bygone era, an era of glamour, elegance, and intrigue, an era that continues to captivate us to this day.
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