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Mary Cunningham-Reid & Barbara Cartland at Peter North exhib
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Mary Cunningham-Reid & Barbara Cartland at Peter North exhib
The Hon. Mrs Cunningham-Reid (formerly Mary Ashley, sister of Edwina Mountbatten) and Mrs McCorquodale aka novelist Barbara Cartland, posed against a background of Peter North photographs at a private view of his exhibition in June 1933. Date: 1933
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Ashley Barbara Cartland Cunningham Jun19 Mccorquodale Peter Photographic Private Reid
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In this photograph, taken at a private view of renowned British photographer Peter North's exhibition in June 1933, two prominent figures of society and literature are seen posing against a backdrop of North's stunning portraits. The Hon. Mrs Cunningham-Reid, formerly Mary Ashley, and Barbara McCorquodale, better known by her pen name Barbara Cartland, gracefully stand side by side, their elegant silhouettes framed by the intriguing and evocative images that surround them. Mary Cunningham-Reid, a member of the British aristocracy and the sister of the late Lady Mountbatten of Burma, was a celebrated figure in her own right. Her refined beauty and poised demeanor are on full display in this image, her elegant gown and pearls adding an air of sophistication to the scene. Barbara Cartland, a prolific and beloved novelist, was known for her romantic and often scandalous novels that captivated readers around the world. In this photograph, she exudes a sense of playfulness and mischief, her bright and expressive eyes drawing the viewer in. The setting of the private view of Peter North's exhibition adds an extra layer of intrigue to the image. North was a pioneering figure in British photography, and his portraits were renowned for their ability to capture the essence of his subjects. The fact that Mary Cunningham-Reid and Barbara Cartland chose to pose against his work underscores their appreciation for the art form and their status as influential figures in their respective fields. This photograph offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of high society and literature in 1930s Britain, and serves as a reminder of the enduring allure of the past. It is a testament to the power of art to transport us to another time and place, and to the captivating personalities that have shaped our cultural history.
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