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The Queen with her stamp collection
At the window of a room in Buckingham Palace, The Queen, when Princess Elizabeth, with her stamp collection, in 1946, aged 20. Like her father and grandfather, she too had an interest in philately. Date: 1946
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Collections Hobbies Hobby Philately Queens Stamp Stamps Elizabeth
10"x8" Photo Print
Bring a piece of royal history into your home with our exquisite Media Storehouse Photographic Print of The Queen's Stamp Collection. This stunning image, captured in 1946 when she was just 20 years old, shows a young Princess Elizabeth at the window of Buckingham Palace with her beloved stamp collection. As a lifelong philatelist, The Queen continued the tradition of her father and grandfather, making this print a unique and intriguing addition to any room. Rights Managed through Mary Evans Prints Online, this high-quality print is a must-have for royal enthusiasts and stamp collectors alike.
Photo prints are produced on Kodak professional photo paper resulting in timeless and breath-taking prints which are also ideal for framing. The colors produced are rich and vivid, with accurate blacks and pristine whites, resulting in prints that are truly timeless and magnificent. Whether you're looking to display your prints in your home, office, or gallery, our range of photographic prints are sure to impress. Dimensions refers to the size of the paper in inches.
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Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this photograph, a young and radiant Princess Elizabeth, later to become Queen Elizabeth II, is seen engrossed in her beloved hobby at the window of a room in Buckingham Palace. The year is 1946, and at the age of 20, she is already nurturing the same passion for philately that had been cherished by her father, King George VI, and her grandfather, King George V. The image captures the future monarch's dedication to her collection, as she meticulously examines each stamp with great care and attention. The room is adorned with books and other philatelic materials, reflecting the extensive nature of her interest in stamps. The window provides a serene backdrop, with the sun casting a warm glow on the scene, adding to the sense of tranquility and focus. Philately, the collecting of stamps, had long been a popular hobby among the British royal family. It offered a welcome escape from the formalities and responsibilities of royal life, allowing them to connect with people from all walks of life and explore the rich history and diversity of the world. For Princess Elizabeth, this hobby would become an enduring source of joy and relaxation, providing a steadfast companion throughout her long and remarkable reign. This photograph offers a rare glimpse into the personal life of a future monarch, revealing her youthful enthusiasm and the depth of her interests. It serves as a poignant reminder of the human side of royalty, and the enduring appeal of hobbies and passions that transcend the boundaries of time and title.
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