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Royal wedding 1893 - the wedding cake
The giant wedding cake in the breakfast room at Buckingham Palace.The cake was made by Queen Victorias baker at Windsor Castle for the marriage of George Duke of York(later King George V)(1865-1936) to Princess May of Teck(later the Duchess of York, then Queen Mary)(1867-1953). Date: 6th July 1893
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In this photograph from the annals of royal history, we find ourselves in the opulent breakfast room at Buckingham Palace, where a grand and magnificent wedding cake takes center stage. This colossal confection, a testament to the extravagance and grandeur of the time, was meticulously crafted by the esteemed baker to Queen Victoria at Windsor Castle. The occasion for this impressive creation was the marriage of His Royal Highness Prince George, Duke of York, later King George V (1865-1936), to Her Serene Highness Princess May of Teck, later known as the Duchess of York and eventually Queen Mary (1867-1953). The wedding took place on the 6th of July in the year 1893. The room, adorned with ornate decorations, sets the perfect stage for this regal dessert. The cake, standing proudly on a table draped in rich, red fabric, is a sight to behold. Its intricate design, featuring delicate floral patterns and regal insignia, reflects the elegance and refinement of the royal couple and their wedding celebrations. The cake's size speaks to the grandeur of the occasion and the wealth and power of the British monarchy during this period. The Duke and Duchess of York's marriage was a significant event in British royal history, as it marked the beginning of a new reign and the start of a new era. The wedding cake, with its grandeur and splendor, serves as a visual reminder of this historic moment and the rich traditions of the British monarchy. This photograph, captured in the midst of the celebration, offers a glimpse into the opulence and grandeur of a bygone era and the enduring allure of royal weddings.
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