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Royal wedding 1893 - buying trousseau materials
Buying materials for the wedding trousseau of Princess May of Teck(later the Duchess of York, then Queen Mary)(1867-1953) for her marriage to George Duke of York(later King George V)(1865-1936).The brides mother patriotically demanded that the trousseau should be entirely of English, Scotch and Irish manufacture. Date: 1893
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1893 Assistant Assistants Buying Duchess Examine Inspecting Materials Outfit Teck Textile Textiles Trousseau
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In this evocative photograph from 1893, Princess May of Teck, later known as Queen Mary (1867-1953), is seen examining and inspecting various textiles for her upcoming wedding trousseau. The future Duchess of York, and eventually Queen Consort of the United Kingdom, is accompanied by two assistants as she carefully considers the fabrics spread out before her. The scene takes place in a textile shop, filled with rolls of richly colored and intricately patterned textiles, all proudly displaying labels indicating their English, Scotch, and Irish origin. The patriotic demand for the entire trousseau to be of British, Scottish, and Irish manufacture came from the brides mother, Princess Mary Adelaide of Cambridge, who wanted to support the local textile industry and promote national pride. Princess May's wedding to the Duke of York, later King George V (1865-1936), was a significant event in British royal history, and the meticulous planning and preparation for her trousseau reflected the importance of the occasion. The future queen is dressed in an elegant Victorian outfit, complete with a high-necked blouse, long skirt, and a hat adorned with a feather, adding an air of sophistication and regality to the scene. The assistants, dressed in simple, practical attire, help the princess examine the textiles, holding up samples and making notes. The atmosphere in the shop is one of focused attention and quiet determination, as the future bride-to-be makes her selections for her wedding outfit and the numerous outfits that would make up her trousseau. This photograph offers a fascinating glimpse into the meticulous planning and preparation that went into the wedding of a future monarch, and the importance placed on supporting local industries and promoting national pride. The image is a testament to the rich history and tradition of the British monarchy and the role of textiles in royal culture.
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