Fine Art Print : The State Opening of the Great British Parliament
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The State Opening of the Great British Parliament
The State Opening of the Great British Parliament - House of Lords, Houses of Parliament, London, England Date: circa 1959
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Media ID 11561324
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
1959 Address Addressing Ceremonial Ceremony Chandeliers Circumstance Dias Giving Lords Official Opening Opens Parliament Philip Pomp Regal Screen Speech Throne Tradition Wigs Elizabeth
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the grandeur of British history with our exquisite selection of Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, depicts the State Opening of the Great British Parliament in the House of Lords, circa 1959. Each print is meticulously produced using the highest quality materials, ensuring vibrant colors and stunning detail. Add a touch of history and elegance to your home or office with this timeless piece of art.
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 37.5cm (20" x 14.8")
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
The State Opening of the Great British Parliament: A Moment of Regal Tradition and Ceremonial Splendor (circa 1959) In this evocative photograph, Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, accompanied by His Royal Highness Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, makes her way to the House of Lords for the State Opening of the Great British Parliament. The scene unfolds in the majestic setting of the Palace of Westminster, in London, England. The Queen, resplendent in her regal attire, sits on the Throne, surrounded by the ornate decor of the House of Lords, including the magnificent chandeliers and the intricate gilded ceiling. The solemnity of the occasion is heightened by the formal attire of the Lords, with their traditional wigs and ermine robes. The State Opening of Parliament is an essential part of the British constitutional monarchy, marking the formal start of the parliamentary year. The Queen's Speech, delivered from the Thrain, sets out the Government's legislative agenda for the upcoming session. The image captures the essence of the pomp and circumstance that surrounds this historic event, with the Queen's procession through the Houses of Parliament in the State Train, the ceremonial screening of the Speech, and the moment when she takes her seat on the Dias to deliver her address. This photograph offers a glimpse into the rich history and tradition of the British Parliament, a testament to the enduring power and symbolism of the monarchy in the late 1950s.
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