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Sphere front cover - Princess Mary driving in a carriage
Front cover of The Sphere magazine depicting the seventeen-year-old Princess Mary (later Countess of Harewood), daughter of King George V and Queen Mary, driving from Windsor Castle to Eton on 4 June with Princess Alexander of Teck (formerly Princess Alice of Albany). That summer, the princess was observed by the press to be wearing her hair up and her skirts longer for the first time. Date: 1914
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Albany Alexander Alice Countess Driving Eton Fourth Grown Harewood Parasol Season Seventeen Sphere Teck Year
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A Summer Afternoon Drive: Princess Mary and Princess Alexander of Teck in Eton, 1914 This evocative image graces the cover of The Sphere magazine's fourth issue of June 1914, capturing a moment of regal tranquility amidst the bustling summer season. The seventeen-year-old Princess Mary, later Countess of Harewood, sits confidently in the carriage, her parasol shielding her from the sun as she drives towards Eton with her companion, Princess Alexander of Teck, who would later become the Duchess of York. The year 1914 marked a significant moment in the young princess's life, as she was observed by the press to be wearing her hair up and her skirts longer for the first time, signaling her transition into womanhood. The serene atmosphere of this photograph, with its idyllic countryside backdrop and the elegant princesses in their summer finery, stands in stark contrast to the tumultuous events that were soon to unfold in Europe. The carriage ride from Windsor Castle to Eton, a traditionally masculine institution, also symbolizes the changing role of women in society during this period. As the eldest daughter of King George V and Queen Mary, Princess Mary was expected to uphold the dignity and grace of the royal family, while also embodying the modern, independent spirit of the times. This front cover image, taken from the extensive collection at Mary Evans Picture Library, offers a fascinating glimpse into the history of the British monarchy and the societal norms of the early 20th century.
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