ENGLAND. CROWNING. - Lot 122

Lot n° 122
Go to lot
Estimation :
10 - 20 EUR
Result without fees
Result : 5EUR
ENGLAND. CROWNING. - Lot 122
ENGLAND. CROWNING. Proclamation of the coronation of King Edward VIII in the streets of London. captioned on back 27 x 22 cm Gondolé Note: A rare ceremonial photograph of the coronation of King Edward VIII, capturing all the solemnity and pomp of British monarchical traditions in the streets of London. Uniformed horsemen, dignitaries in official robes and crowds gathered to form a scene of great historical and visual richness. This image is of particular interest because of the singular destiny of Edward VIII, a sovereign whose reign was as brief as it was legendary, and whose abdication shook the history of the British monarchy. The print thus preserves the memory of a suspended moment, between imperial tradition and a major historical turning point in the 20th century. The documentary character of this photograph is reinforced by its period press aesthetic, where black and white highlights the theatricality of the scene and the elegance of the official costumes. A rare piece for collectors of British history, monarchical photography or press archives.
My orders
Sale information
Sales conditions
Return to catalogue