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Lady Iris Mountbatten
Lady Iris Mountbatten (1920-1982), actress, model and aristocrat, here pictured at Eden Roc. Date: 1939
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In this photograph, Lady Iris Mountbatten, born Iris Dorothy Dixon in 1920, is seen enjoying a tranquil moment at the picturesque Eden Roc resort in 1939. Lady Iris, an actress, model, and aristocrat, radiates elegance and grace as she lounges on the sandy beach, her eyes closed in blissful relaxation. The serene atmosphere of the seaside retreat is a stark contrast to the tumultuous events unfolding in Europe during that year, as the looming shadows of World War II began to cast their ominous presence over the continent. Lady Iris Mountbatten was a prominent figure in British society during the 1930s. Her acting career took off in the late 1930s, with roles in films such as "The Great Game" (1934) and "The Secret Garden" (1936). Her striking beauty and poised demeanor made her a popular model as well, gracing the covers of various magazines and advertisements. The photograph, taken at Eden Roc, a luxurious resort located on the coast of Jersey in the English Channel, captures Lady Iris in a more casual and carefree setting. The idyllic scene is a testament to the allure of the seaside, offering a brief respite from the challenges and complexities of the world beyond the shoreline. As the 1930s drew to a close, Lady Iris continued to captivate audiences with her acting and modeling endeavors. However, her life was tragically cut short when she passed away in 1982 at the age of 61. This photograph, taken at Eden Roc in 1939, serves as a poignant reminder of her beauty, grace, and the simpler pleasures of a bygone era.
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