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Princess of Pless back in London, 1919
Back in London: the Princess of Pless. Daisy, Princess of Pless (1873 - 1943), born Mary Therese Olivia Cornwallis-West (not Sackville-West as the ILN have it). In December 1891 she married Hans Heinrich XV, Prince of Pless, Count of Hochberg, Baron of Fstein (1861 - 1938), one of the wealthiest heirs in the German Empire.
1919
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Media ID 23274058
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
Daisy Olivia Pless Therese 1919
A1 (84.1 x 59.4cm) Poster Print
Step back in time with our exquisite poster print from the Media Storehouse collection, featuring the enchanting image of Daisy, Princess of Pless, as she returned to London in 1919. Originally published by Illustrated London News Ltd and sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, this captivating vintage print showcases the regal elegance and timeless beauty of the Princess, who was born Mary Therese Olivia Cornwallis-West. Add a touch of history and sophistication to your home decor with this stunning, museum-quality poster print.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 33cm x 84.6cm (13" x 33.3")
Estimated Product Size is 59.6cm x 84.6cm (23.5" x 33.3")
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 evocative photograph, Daisy, Princess of Pless, is seen stepping off a boat onto the shores of London in 1919, marking her return to her native city after many years of exile. Born Mary Therese Olivia Cornwallis-West in 1873, she had made headlines in 1891 when she married Hans Heinrich XV, Prince of Pless, Count of Hochberg, Baron of Fstein, one of the wealthiest heirs in the German Empire. Their union was a sensation, with the press dubbing the young bride "The English Princess Who Married a Prince." The couple settled in Silesia, where they raised their family and lived a lavish lifestyle. However, the outbreak of World War I brought about a turning point in their lives. With the German army advancing towards Russia, the Princess and her family were forced to flee their home in 1914. They spent the war years in Switzerland and France, living in exile and struggling to make ends meet. In the aftermath of the war, the Princess and her family were allowed to return to their ancestral lands in Silesia, which had now become part of Poland. But the political instability of the region made it an uncertain place to live, and the family decided to leave once again. In 1919, they finally made their way back to London, where they were welcomed with open arms by the British public. In this photograph, the Princess, now a seasoned traveler and a woman of the world, is seen stepping off a boat onto English soil, her expression one of relief and joy. She is dressed in a simple yet elegant outfit, with a fur coat draped over her shoulders to ward off the chill of the English air. The background shows the bustling activity of the London docks, with ships and sailors going about their business. The caption in the Illustrated London News reads, "Back in London: the Princess of Pless," a testament to the public's fascination with this remarkable woman and her extraordinary life story.
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