Poster Print : Yehudi Menuhin, Aldeburgh Festival 1963
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Yehudi Menuhin, Aldeburgh Festival 1963
Yehudi Menuhin greeting Princess Margaret of Hesse, and Prince Ludwig smiling behind them, before the Choral and Orchestral Concert at Orford Church, Aldeburgh Festival 23 June 1963 Date: 1963
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Media ID 14142475
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1963 Aldeburgh Festival Hesse Ludwig Margaret Menuhin Orford Violin Violinist Yehudi
18x24 inch Poster Print
Introducing the captivating Yehudi Menuhin poster print from our Media Storehouse collection. This exquisite image, taken at the Aldeburgh Festival in 1963, captures a special moment as Yehudi Menuhin warmly greets Princess Margaret of Hesse, with a smiling Prince Ludwig in the background. The charming atmosphere of the Choral and Orchestral Concert at Orford Church is beautifully preserved in this timeless photograph, now available as a stunning poster print. Add a touch of history and elegance to your space with this evocative and nostalgic piece from our Media Storehouse range.
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 Product Size is 61.6cm x 46.3cm (24.3" x 18.2")
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 evocative photograph from the Aldeburgh Festival of 1963, violin virtuoso Yehudi Menuhin warmly greets Princess Margaret of Hesse and Prince Ludwig of Hesse and by Rhine. The image captures a moment of elegance and refinement as the royal couple and the renowned musician gather before the Choral and Orchestral Concert at Orford Church. The Aldeburgh Festival, held annually in the picturesque coastal town of Aldeburgh, Suffolk, England, was a celebrated event in the British cultural calendar. Founded by the visionary composer Benjamin Britten and his partner, tenor Peter Pears, in 1948, the festival attracted some of the most distinguished artists of the time. Yehudi Menuhin, a close friend of Britten, was a frequent participant. Princess Margaret, the younger sister of Queen Elizabeth II, was known for her patronage of the arts and her love of music. Prince Ludwig, her husband since 1951, shared her passion. Their presence at the Aldeburgh Festival added an air of regal glamour to the event. The photograph, taken on 23rd June 1963, captures a moment of camaraderie and shared appreciation for the power of music. Yehudi Menuhin's radiant smile and the royals' warm expressions convey the sense of unity and joy that permeated the festival. The backdrop of Orford Church, with its ancient walls and stained-glass windows, adds to the historic and romantic atmosphere of the scene. This photograph is a testament to the enduring allure of music and the arts, as well as the unique blend of culture, history, and community that the Aldeburgh Festival represented. It offers a glimpse into a bygone era, a time when the power of art and the presence of royalty intertwined to create unforgettable moments.
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