Fine Art Print : Queen Elizabeths wedding cake
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Queen Elizabeths wedding cake
The final preparations being carried out to Queen Elizabeths wedding cake. A wedge is prepared for her to cut with her bridegrooms sword
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1947 Cake Carried Elizabeths Final Preparations Prepared Wedge Bridegrooms
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the regal elegance of history with our exquisite Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse, featuring the final preparations of Queen Elizabeth's wedding cake. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases the intricate details of the cake as the bride-to-be and her groom prepare for the traditional cutting ceremony. Add a touch of royal charm to your home or office with this stunning, Rights Managed print. Order now and bring a piece of history into your space.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 36.3cm x 50.8cm (14.3" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 66cm (22" x 26")
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
A Moment of History: The Final Preparations for Queen Elizabeth's Wedding Cake, 1947 This photograph, taken from the archives of Mary Evans Prints Online, captures the final preparations being carried out for the wedding cake of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. The image, dated 7th November 1947, shows a team of dedicated bakers and attendants carefully preparing a wedge of the historic cake, readying it for the upcoming nuptials of the young monarch and her bridegroom, Prince Philip of Greece and Denmark. The cake, a grand display of traditional English craftsmanship, was a magnificent creation that stood an impressive 9 feet tall and weighed over 500 pounds. Imported from London's famous bakery, Rich's, it was a decadent masterpiece, adorned with 17 separate tiers, each one intricately decorated with sugar flowers and delicate icing. The cake's preparation was a meticulous process, with the final touches being added in the presence of Queen Elizabeth herself. In this photograph, we see a wedge of the cake being prepared for the Queen to cut with her bridegroom's sword, a tradition that dates back to the 13th century. The image is a poignant reminder of the historical significance of this moment, as the young Queen embarked on her new life as a wife and future monarch. This photograph, with its rich history and intriguing details, offers a unique glimpse into the preparations for one of the most iconic moments in British history. It is a testament to the enduring allure of royal traditions and the artistry of the bakers who brought this magnificent cake to life.
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