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Queen Elizabeth II receiving flowers from a Ghanaian girl
The Queen receives a bouquet of flowers from a Ghanaian girl, Pearl Acquaye, at London airport, just before the Queen and Duke of Edinburgh flew to Ghana for the first stage of their West African visits. Date: 1961
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Media ID 14121028
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18x24 inch Poster Print
Introducing the captivating "Queen Elizabeth II receiving flowers from a Ghanaian girl" poster print from Media Storehouse's extensive collection. This exquisite image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, beautifully captures a poignant moment in history. As Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and the Duke of Edinburgh prepare for their first visit to Ghana in 1961, a young Ghanaian girl, Pearl Acquaye, presents them with a heartfelt bouquet of flowers at London airport. This evocative poster print is an inspiring reminder of the warmth and hospitality extended to the royal couple during their historic tour of West Africa. Add this stunning piece to your home or office decor and relive the charm of this iconic moment.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 41.2cm x 61.5cm (16.2" x 24.2")
Estimated Product Size is 46.3cm x 61.6cm (18.2" x 24.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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In this historic moment captured in 1961, Queen Elizabeth II receives a beautiful bouquet of flowers from a young Ghanaian girl named Pearl Acquaye at London Heathrow Airport. The Queen and Duke of Edinburgh were preparing to embark on the first stage of their West African tours, which included visits to Ghana, Nigeria, and Sudan. The image showcases a heartwarming moment of connection between the monarch and the local population as they greeted each other before the Royal Party's departure. Dressed in a traditional Ghanaian kaftan and headscarf, Pearl Acquaye presents the Queen with the colorful bouquet, adorned with vibrant flowers, as a sign of respect and welcome. The Queen, wearing a stylish coat and hat, graciously accepts the present with a warm smile, acknowledging the young girl's gesture. The Duke of Edinburgh stands nearby, observing the scene with a gentle expression. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the Queen's historic tours of West Africa in the early 1960s, a time when the region was gaining its independence from British colonial rule. The image encapsulates the spirit of diplomacy, unity, and cultural exchange that characterized these significant visits. Pearl Acquaye's simple yet meaningful gesture left a lasting impression on the Queen and the people of Ghana, and this photograph stands as a testament to the warmth and hospitality extended to the Royal Family during their travels in the 1960s.
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