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Comparison of Ascot
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Comparison of Ascot
Photographs showing a royal Ascot and the Black Ascot in 1910- due to the recent death of Edward VII, racegoers at Ascot dress in black. Date: 1910
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Ascot Bright Colours Contrast Mourn Mourning Pavilion Racegoer Racegoers Sombre Spectator Tribune Royality Specatators
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In this striking comparison of two photographs taken at the famous Royal Ascot racecourse in 1910, the solemnity of mourning is contrasted with the usual bright and colorful display of fashionable attire. The death of King Edward VII on May 6, 1910, had left the British monarchy and its subjects in deep mourning, and the annual event at Ascot Racecourse was no exception. The photograph on the left shows the traditional scene of elegantly dressed racegoers enjoying the Royal Ascot meeting, held in the grand pavilion and the colorful tribune. The ladies display their latest hats and dresses, and the gentlemen are impeccably attired in their formal morning suits. However, the photograph on the right, taken just a few days later, reveals a somber and subdued atmosphere. The racegoers, including members of the royal family, have donned black clothing as a sign of respect for the late king. The pavilion and the tribune, usually adorned with bright colors, now appear almost ghostly in their stark contrast to the mourning attire of the spectators. The images serve as a poignant reminder of the historical significance of this period in British history and the deep sense of loss felt by the nation following the death of their beloved monarch. The contrast between the two photographs highlights the sense of unity and shared grief that brought the royal family and the people together during this time of mourning.
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