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Coronation of George IV, Westminster Abbey, London
The Moment of Recognition, Coronation of King George IV at Westminster Abbey, London, 19 July 1821 Date: 1821
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1820s 1821 Coronation Ernest Meaning Moment Recognition Sepia Westminster Short
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This striking sepia print captures the moment of recognition during the coronation of King George IV at Westminster Abbey in London on 19 July 1821. In the image, the newly crowned monarch, dressed in his elaborate robes and regalia, gazes out towards the assembled crowd, as they in turn acknowledge their new king. The air of solemnity and reverence is palpable, as the weight of history settles upon George IV's shoulders. The coronation of George IV was a significant event in British history, marking the end of the Regency period and the beginning of a new reign. George, who had been Prince Regent since 1811 following the mental incapacitation of his father, King George III, had spent years preparing for his coronation. The ceremony itself was a grand spectacle, attended by thousands of people and featuring elaborate processions, pageantry, and religious rituals. The print, titled "The Moment of Recognition, Coronation of King George IV at Westminster Abbey, London, 19 July 1821," offers a glimpse into this historic occasion. The artist, unknown, expertly captures the mood of the moment, with the king's expression conveying a sense of determination and resolve. The sepia tone adds a timeless quality to the image, transporting us back to the 1820s and the world of British royalty.
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