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Mrs Esmond Harmsworth & Mr & Mrs Sweeny at Ascot
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Mrs Esmond Harmsworth & Mr & Mrs Sweeny at Ascot
The Hon. Mrs Esmond Harmsworth in the paddock at Ascot on Gold Cup Day, wearing black with two silver foxes (bit excessive in June). Behind her are Mr and Mrs Charles Sweeny, the latter wearing pink and brown according to The Bystander report. Date: 1934
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Argyll Ascot Duchess Esmond Harmsworth Margaret Season Sweeny Whigham Miss
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A Chic Afternoon at Ascot: Mrs Esmond Harmsworth and the Sweenys in 1934 This evocative photograph captures the elegance and glamour of a bygone era, as The Hon. Mrs Esmond Harmsworth and Mr and Mrs Charles Sweeny enjoy a day at the races during the prestigious Gold Cup Day at Ascot in 1934. Mrs Harmsworth, a prominent figure in London society, is seen in the foreground of the image, dressed in an all-black ensemble with a striking pair of silver fox fur collars. The contrast between her dark attire and the light, airy background emphasizes her striking presence. The Bystander report notes that the June weather was unseasonably cool, making her choice of fur an excessive one, yet it only adds to her allure. Behind Mrs Harmsworth, Mr and Mrs Sweeny can be seen, their vibrant outfits providing a stark contrast to the monochromatic palette of Mrs Harmsworth's attire. Mr Sweeny dons a smart, pink suit and a brown derby hat, while his wife, dressed in a brown ensemble with a pink blouse, completes the picture of fashionable elegance. The setting for this photograph is the prestigious Gold Cup Day at Ascot, a highlight of the British social calendar. The event drew the crème de la crème of London society, and this photograph offers a glimpse into the fashion, glamour, and excitement of the day. The Hon. Mrs Esmond Harmsworth, a well-known figure in society circles, was the former Miss Margaret Whigham. She would later marry the 13th Duke of Argyll. Mr and Mrs Charles Sweeny were also prominent members of London society, and their appearance at Ascot was a testament to their status and social standing.
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