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ILN cover, Trooping the Colour 1947
Front cover of The Illustrated London News featuring King George VI and Princess Elizabeth (Queen Elizabeth II) on horseback at the Trooping the Colour ceremony on Horse Guards Parade in honour of the Kings official birthday on 12th June. It was the first time the Trooping of the Colour had taken place in seven years due to the Second World War. Princess Elizabeth wore a specially designed uniform as Colonel of the Grenadier Guards. Date: 1947
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12th 1945 Birthday Ceremony Grenadier Guards Horseback Jun19 Official Parade Season Trooping Elizabeth
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into history with our exquisite selection from the Media Storehouse Fine Art Prints range. This captivating image, "Trooping the Colour 1947" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases a historic moment in time. Witness the young Princess Elizabeth (later Queen Elizabeth II) and her father, King George VI, gracefully riding on horseback during the Trooping the Colour ceremony on Horse Guards Parade. Each fine art print is meticulously produced using high-quality materials, ensuring vibrant colors and stunning detail. Bring a touch of royal history and elegance into your home or office with this beautiful, museum-quality print.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 35.5cm x 53.3cm (14" x 21")
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 68.6cm (20" x 27")
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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This striking cover image from the June 14, 1947 issue of The Illustrated London News captures a historic moment in British royal history: King George VI and Princess Elizabeth (later Queen Elizabeth II) participating in the Trooping the Colour ceremony on Horse Guards Parade in London. The event marked the King's official birthday, which had not been celebrated publicly since 1939 due to the Second World War. King George VI, dressed in his full military regalia, sits confidently on his horse, while Princess Elizabeth, wearing a specially designed uniform as Colonel of the Grenadier Guards, looks poised and regal on her mount. The sunny summer day and the vibrant colors of the soldiers' uniforms add to the festive atmosphere, making this a truly iconic image of the royal family and the resilient spirit of the British people during a time of post-war recovery. The Trooping the Colour ceremony is an ancient tradition that dates back to the 17th century, and it is a significant event in the British monarchy's calendar. The event involves the monarch inspecting his or her troops and reviewing their military capabilities. This particular ceremony holds special significance as it marks the sovereign's official birthday, which is traditionally celebrated on a different day than their actual birthday. The image is a poignant reminder of the resilience and strength of the British monarchy during a challenging time in history, and it continues to be a cherished symbol of the country's rich heritage and traditions.
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