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The Queen with her stamp collection
At the window of a room in Buckingham Palace, The Queen, when Princess Elizabeth, with her stamp collection, in 1946, aged 20. Like her father and grandfather, she too had an interest in philately. Date: 1946
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Media ID 7218181
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Collections Hobbies Hobby Philately Queens Stamp Stamps Elizabeth
12"x10" Modern Frame
Adorn your walls with a piece of royal history from the Media Storehouse Framed Prints collection. This exquisite image captures a young Princess Elizabeth, later to become Queen Elizabeth II, at the window of Buckingham Palace in 1946, aged 20, engrossed in her stamp collection. As a lifelong philatelist, following in the footsteps of her father and grandfather, this captivating photograph by Mary Evans Prints Online is a must-have for any history or stamp enthusiast's home or office. Bring the elegance and nostalgia of the monarchy into your space with this beautifully framed and preserved print.
10x8 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexi glass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 25.4cm (12" x 10")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this photograph, a young and radiant Princess Elizabeth, later to become Queen Elizabeth II, is seen engrossed in her beloved hobby at the window of a room in Buckingham Palace. The year is 1946, and at the age of 20, she is already nurturing the same passion for philately that had been cherished by her father, King George VI, and her grandfather, King George V. The image captures the future monarch's dedication to her collection, as she meticulously examines each stamp with great care and attention. The room is adorned with books and other philatelic materials, reflecting the extensive nature of her interest in stamps. The window provides a serene backdrop, with the sun casting a warm glow on the scene, adding to the sense of tranquility and focus. Philately, the collecting of stamps, had long been a popular hobby among the British royal family. It offered a welcome escape from the formalities and responsibilities of royal life, allowing them to connect with people from all walks of life and explore the rich history and diversity of the world. For Princess Elizabeth, this hobby would become an enduring source of joy and relaxation, providing a steadfast companion throughout her long and remarkable reign. This photograph offers a rare glimpse into the personal life of a future monarch, revealing her youthful enthusiasm and the depth of her interests. It serves as a poignant reminder of the human side of royalty, and the enduring appeal of hobbies and passions that transcend the boundaries of time and title.
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