Photographic Print : Her Grace the Duchess of Westminster by Yevonde
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Her Grace the Duchess of Westminster by Yevonde
Loelia, Duchess of Westminster (1902 - 1993), born Loelia Mary Ponsonby. She married Hugh Richard Arthur, second Duke of Westminster in 1930 in the society event of the year, but the marriage proved unhappy, and many details were revealed in her frank autobiography of 1961, Grace and Favour. She divorced the Duke in 1947 and married Sir Martin Lindsay in 1969. Date: 1933
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Media ID 14374858
© Yevonde Portrait Archive/ILN/Mary Evans Picture Library
1933 Aristocracy Aristocrat Aristocrats Duchess Jan16 Lindsay Madame Ponsonby Westminster Yevonde
10"x8" (25x20cm) Photo Print
Adorn your walls with a piece of history and elegance. Our Media Storehouse collection presents a captivating photograph of Her Grace the Duchess of Westminster, taken by renowned photographer Yevonde through Mary Evans Prints Online. This exquisite image captures the grace and sophistication of Loelia Mary Ponsonby, Duchess of Westminster, on the eve of her marriage to the second Duke of Westminster in 1930. Each print is meticulously produced to preserve the rich details and authenticity of the original image. Add a touch of timeless charm to your home decor with this stunning, rights-managed photographic print.
Ideal for framing, Australian made Photo Prints are produced on high-quality 270 gsm lustre photo paper which has a subtle shimmer adding a touch of elegance, designed to enhance their visual appeal.
Our Photo Prints are in a large range of sizes and are printed on Archival Quality Paper for excellent colour reproduction and longevity. They are ideal for framing (our Framed Prints use these) at a reasonable cost. Alternatives include cheaper Poster Prints and higher quality Fine Art Paper, the choice of which is largely dependant on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this striking portrait, Her Grace the Duchess of Westminster, nee Loelia Mary Ponsonby, exudes an air of regal elegance and poised sophistication. The photograph, taken by renowned society photographer Yevonde (real name Eileen May Quinn), captures the Duchess in the prime of her youth and beauty. The year was 1933, and the Duchess had only recently married the second Duke of Westminster, Hugh Richard Arthur Grosvenor, in a society wedding that was the talk of the town. However, the marriage proved to be an unhappy one, and many details of their tumultuous relationship were later revealed in the Duchess's frank autobiography, "Grace and Favour," published in 1961. Born into the aristocratic Ponsonby family, Loelia was no stranger to the upper echelons of society. Her marriage to the Duke, who was one of the wealthiest men in the world, secured her place among the most prominent figures of the aristocracy. Yet, despite her privileged upbringing and glamorous lifestyle, Loelia's memoirs paint a picture of a woman who longed for love and companionship, which she ultimately found in her second marriage to Sir Martin Lindsay in 1969. This portrait, with its intricate detailing and rich colors, serves as a testament to the Duchess's timeless beauty and the enduring allure of the aristocratic world. Yevonde's masterful use of light and shadow adds depth and texture to the image, making it a captivating addition to any collection of society portraits or portraits of the aristocracy. The photograph is a reminder of a bygone era, when the lives of the aristocracy were shrouded in mystery and intrigue, and the marriage of a duchess was a cause for celebration and speculation in equal measure. Today, it stands as a fascinating glimpse into the world of the past, and a tribute to the indomitable spirit of a woman who defied convention and forged her own path in life.
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