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The Shahs Visit to the King at Portsmouth, 20 August, Princess Victoria photographing King Edward and Muzaffir-ed-Din (engraving)
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The Shahs Visit to the King at Portsmouth, 20 August, Princess Victoria photographing King Edward and Muzaffir-ed-Din (engraving)
1601451 The Shahs Visit to the King at Portsmouth, 20 August, Princess Victoria photographing King Edward and Muzaffir-ed-Din (engraving) by Wright, Henry Charles Seppings (1850-1937); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Shahs Visit to the King at Portsmouth, 20 August, Princess Victoria photographing King Edward and Muzaffir-ed-Din. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 30 August 1902.
H C Seppings Wright); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 23399276
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
20 August Din Shah Qajar Edward Vii King Edward Mozaffar Portsmouth Prince Arthur Of Connaught Prince Of Wales Princess Victoria Queen Alexandra Royal Visits Royal Yacht Royal Yachts Shah The Queen Empress Photographing
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The Shahs Visit to the King at Portsmouth, 20 August" captures a historic moment in time when two worlds collided. In this photo print, we see Princess Victoria capturing an intimate moment between King Edward and Muzaffir-ed-Din through her lens. The engraving by Henry Charles Seppings Wright beautifully portrays the significance of this encounter. The image transports us back to 1902, as the royal yacht docks in Portsmouth. It is a meeting of great importance, symbolizing diplomacy and cultural exchange between England and Persia. The presence of Queen Alexandra adds an air of elegance to the scene. Princess Victoria's role as both observer and photographer highlights her curiosity and progressive nature. Her camera serves as a bridge between tradition and modernity, capturing this historical event for posterity. The composition showcases the grandeur of royalty against the backdrop of a bustling port city. The attention to detail in Wright's engraving brings each figure to life, from King Edward's regal stance to Muzaffir-ed-Din's dignified presence. This print is not just a visual representation; it is a testament to the power of photography in documenting significant moments in history. It reminds us that even amidst political tensions and cultural differences, there are opportunities for connection and understanding. "The Shahs Visit to the King at Portsmouth" invites us into a world where boundaries are crossed, friendships are formed, and memories are preserved forever through artistry.
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