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Fine Art Print : Margaret Whigham & Charles Sweeny engagement at The Embassy
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Margaret Whigham & Charles Sweeny engagement at The Embassy
Miss Margaret Whigham and Mr Charles Sweeny at a party at the Embassy Club to celebrate their engagement in December 1932. Their wedding, at Brompton Oratory the following February attracted thousands of spectators and stopped traffic - she wore a dress designed by Norman Hartnell. They were to become the golden couple of society with Mrs Charles Sweeny even name-checked by Cole Porter in You re the Top. Margarets second marriage made her Duchess of Argyll but it ended in a scandalous divorce. Date: 1932
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1932 Argyll Duchess Embassy Engaged Engagement Margaret Sep19 Sweeny Whigham
20"x20" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into the glamour of the past with our exquisite Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse, featuring the stunning image of Margaret Whigham and Charles Sweeny's engagement celebration at The Embassy in 1932. This elegant and timeless photograph, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, captures the essence of a bygone era with its sophisticated atmosphere and elegant attire. Add a touch of history and class to your home or office with this beautiful Fine Art Print, a perfect addition to any collection.
20x20 image printed on 26x26 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 50.8cm x 46.3cm (20" x 18.2")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 66cm (26" x 26")
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.
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In this photograph from the 1930s, we find Margaret Whigham and Charles Sweeny, an enchanting couple whose engagement party at The Embassy Club in December 1932 marked the beginning of a society whirlwind romance. The image, taken during an elegant soiree, captures the young, radiant bride-to-be, Margaret, beaming with joy as she stands beside her dashing fiancé, Charles. The couple's engagement was a significant event, as their subsequent wedding at the Brompton Oratory in February 1933 attracted thousands of spectators and even halted traffic. The bride wore a stunning gown designed by the renowned British designer, Norman Hartnell. Margaret and Charles quickly became the golden couple of society, with Margaret, later known as Mrs. Charles Sweeny, even earning a mention in Cole Porter's iconic song "You're the Top." However, Margaret's life took an unexpected turn when she married the 8th Duke of Argyll in 1939. Their marriage ended in a scandalous divorce, leaving behind a trail of intrigue and controversy. This photograph, a glimpse into the past, offers a tantalizing peek into the glamour and intrigue of the 1930s society scene.
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