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King George V - Oval portrait
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King George V - Oval portrait
King George V (1865-1936) - Oval portrait. Date: circa 1910
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Clover Frame Jun18 Medals Order Oval Regal Regalia Sceptre Symbolic Thistle
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In this striking oval portrait, King George V (1865-1936) is depicted in regal attire, symbolizing his position as monarch of the United Kingdom and Emperor of India. The portrait, dated circa 1910, showcases the king holding the orb and sceptre, traditional symbols of monarchical power. The orb represents the monarch's temporal power, while the sceptre signifies their spiritual authority. Surrounding the king are the emblems of the United Kingdom's constituent nations: the rose for England, the thistle for Scotland, the shamrock for Ireland, and the clover for Northern Ireland. These symbols are a reminder of the unity and diversity of the British Empire at the time. King George V wears the Order of the Garter, the most senior and oldest chivalric order in the United Kingdom, which is visible as a blue ribbon adorned with a white cross and a Tudor rose on his chest. The king's regalia and medals further emphasize his position as a monarch and his military accomplishments. The portrait's oval shape is a common format for royal portraits, emphasizing the subject's importance and the formal nature of the image. The frame adds a sense of elegance and sophistication, making this a truly regal and captivating portrait of King George V. This portrait, taken around the time of the Fifth Conference of the British Empire (June 1911), is a significant representation of the monarch's role as the symbolic head of the British Empire during a period of great change and expansion.
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