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Framed Print : Listening to royal wedding ceremony broadcast, 1947
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Listening to royal wedding ceremony broadcast, 1947
Crowds lining the processional route for the royal wedding of Princess Elizabeth (Queen Elizabeth II) and Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh on 20 November 1947, gather round a wireless radio to listen to the broadcast of the ceremony.
1947
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1947 Broadcast Ceremony Crowds Edinburgh Listening Marriages Philip Processional Radio Route Weddings Wireless Elizabeth
22"x18" Modern Frame
Experience history come to life with our exquisite Framed Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring the iconic image "Listening to royal wedding ceremony broadcast, 1947" by Mary Evans / Photo Union Collection from Mary Evans Prints Online. Witness the magic of Princess Elizabeth (later Queen Elizabeth II) and Prince Philip's historic wedding day as the crowds eagerly gather to catch a glimpse of the royal procession on 20 November 1947. Our high-quality Framed Prints beautifully preserve this timeless moment in history, making it a stunning addition to any home or office. Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of the past with this captivating piece.
20x16 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. 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 50.8cm x 45.7cm (20" x 18")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 45.7cm (22" x 18")
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.
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This evocative photograph captures the spirit of excitement and anticipation as the crowds gathered to listen to the broadcast of Princess Elizabeth's (later Queen Elizabeth II) wedding to Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, on 20 November 1947. The image shows a sea of faces, young and old, huddled around a wireless radio set up on the processional route in Edinburgh, Scotland. The forties were a time of austerity and rationing in the aftermath of World War II, yet the joyous occasion of a royal wedding brought the nation together. The future Queen and her groom exchanged vows in a simple, yet beautiful ceremony at Westminster Abbey, which was broadcast live for the first time in history. The wireless radio, a symbol of connection and community during this era, allowed people from all walks of life to share in the momentous occasion, making it a truly unifying experience. The black-and-white photograph, with its timeless composition and poignant atmosphere, transports us back to a bygone era, reminding us of the power of unity and the enduring allure of royal traditions.
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