George, Duke of York and Mary, Duchess of York
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George, Duke of York and Mary, Duchess of York
George, Duke of York (1865-1936) and wife Mary of Teck, Duchess of York (1867-1953). Date: circa 1898
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Media ID 14370720
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Anchor Duchess Inset Mar16 Teck
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In this elegant and captivating portrait, George, Duke of York, and his wife Mary of Teck, the future King George V and Queen Mary, pose for the camera in the late 1890s. The Duke, dressed in a formal military uniform adorned with medals and insignia, exudes an air of authority and confidence. His wife, the Duchess of York, looks radiant in a beautiful gown with a high collar and long sleeves, accessorized with a pearl necklace and a diadem in her hair. The background of the photograph features an ornate gold frame, with an anchor and British flags subtly incorporated into the design. The Duke and Duchess of York were married on 6 July 1893 at the Chapel Royal in St James's Palace, London. Their union marked the beginning of a long and devoted partnership that would last for over 57 years. George, who was the second son of King Edward VII, would eventually ascend to the throne following his father's death in 1910. Mary, a German princess, would become the first British monarch to be born outside the United Kingdom. This portrait, taken around 1898, captures the couple at the height of their youth and happiness, before they assumed the responsibilities of the monarchy. The image serves as a poignant reminder of their enduring love and commitment to each other, as well as their future roles as the King and Queen of England. The intricate gold frame, with its maritime motifs and patriotic symbols, adds a sense of grandeur and tradition to the photograph, making it a beautiful and timeless representation of the late 19th century British monarchy.
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