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The Homage to the Queen, Coronation 1953
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The Homage to the Queen, Coronation 1953
Illustration of the moment in the Coronation Service known as the Homage, when the Archbishops, Bishops, Princes of the Blood Royal and Peers of the Realm repeat the Oath of Fealty. The drawing captures the enormous size of the congregation in Westminster Abbey. Date: 1953
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1953 Bishops Ceremonial Ceremony Congregation Coronation Fealty Homage Oath Pageantry Peers Princes Regal Spectacle Westminster Elizabeth
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The Homage to the Queen: A Spectacle of Regal Pageantry and Fealty at the Coronation of Queen Elizabeth II in 1953 This evocative illustration captures the moment in the Coronation Service of Queen Elizabeth II, held on June 2, 1953, at the hallowed Westminster Abbey, when the Archbishops, Bishops, Princes of the Blood Royal, and Peers of the Realm repeated the Oath of Fealty. The drawing vividly portrays the enormity of the congregation gathered within the ancient walls of the Abbey, a testament to the enduring tradition and pageantry of the British monarchy. The Homage, an essential part of the Coronation Ceremony, symbolizes the loyalty and allegiance of the nobility and clergy to their monarch. The illustration showcases the grandeur and regality of the scene, with the Archbishop of Canterbury, wearing his traditional crimson robe and mitre, leading the procession of dignitaries as they approach the Throne to pay their homage to the newly crowned Queen. The vast congregation, filled with a sense of history and tradition, is depicted in the illustration, adding to the awe-inspiring atmosphere of the event. The intricately designed robes, the ornate decorations of the Abbey, and the solemn expressions on the faces of the attendees all contribute to the sense of grandeur and reverence that pervades the scene. This illustration offers a captivating glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time of regal pageantry, tradition, and the unwavering loyalty of the British people to their monarch. The Homage to the Queen remains an enduring symbol of the rich history and heritage of the British monarchy and the Coronation of Queen Elizabeth II.
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