Duchess Of York Collection (#7)

King George V, Queen Mary, the Duke and Duchess of York aboard HMY Victoria and Albert, 1935
King George V, Queen Mary and the Duke and Duchess of York aboard HMY Victoria and Albert, 1935. King George V (1865-1936) and Queen Mary (1867-1953) with their son Prince Albert (1895-1952)

Home Again - The Duke and Duchess landing at Portsmouth June 27, 1927, 1937. From Coronation Souvenir Book 1937, edited by Gordon Beckles. [Daily Express, London, 1937]

The Sister Princesses, c1934, (1937)
The Sister Princesses, c1934 (1937). From Coronation Souvenir Book 1937, edited by Gordon Beckles. [Daily Express, London, 1937]

Twenty Fish in Half an Hour, c1927, (1937)
Twenty Fish in Half an Hour, c1927 (1937). From Coronation Souvenir Book 1937, edited by Gordon Beckles. [Daily Express, London, 1937]

HRH Duchess of York with Duke of York, launching Strathmore on April 4, 1935, (1936) Artist
A Happy Ceremony. H.R.H. the Duchess of York, accompanied by the Duke of York, about to launch the P. & O. liner Strathmore on April 4, 1935, 1936. From Shipping Wonders of the World, Vol

The Sword of State, May 12 1937. From Coronation Souvenir Book 1937, edited by Gordon Beckles. [Daily Express, London, 1937]

The Regalia, May 12 1937. From Coronation Souvenir Book 1937, edited by Gordon Beckles. [Daily Express, London, 1937]

With a catch at Tokanu, New Zealand, c1927, (1937)
With a catch at Tokanu, New Zealand, c1927 (1937). From Coronation Souvenir Book 1937, edited by Gordon Beckles. [Daily Express, London, 1937]

Arriving at Las Palmas Canary Islands, Jan 10 1927, (1937)
Arriving at Las Palmas Canary Islands, Jan 10 1927 (1937). From Coronation Souvenir Book 1937, edited by Gordon Beckles. [Daily Express, London, 1937]

Partners - A game of deck tennis in the Renown, 1927, (1937). From Coronation Souvenir Book 1937, edited by Gordon Beckles. [Daily Express, London, 1937]

Honour from a King, 1927, (1937). From Coronation Souvenir Book 1937, edited by Gordon Beckles. [Daily Express, London, 1937]

Royal Honeymoon, 1923, (1937)
Royal Honeymoon, Polesdon Lacey, Surrey, 1923, (1937). From Coronation Souvenir Book 1937, edited by Gordon Beckles. [Daily Express, London, 1937]

Round-the-World Tour Begins, Jan 6 1927 (1937). Farewell kiss from the Prince of Wales on the deck of the Battleship Renown Jan 6 1927

Rose-Petal Shower, 26 April 1923, (1937)
Rose-Petal Shower, as the royal couple leave for their honeymoon, 26 April 1923, (1937). From Coronation Souvenir Book 1937, edited by Gordon Beckles. [Daily Express, London, 1937]

The Queens Coat of Arms, 1937. From Coronation Souvenir Book 1937, edited by Gordon Beckles. [Daily Express, London, 1937]

The Queens Crown, 1937. From Coronation Souvenir Book 1937, edited by Gordon Beckles. [Daily Express, London, 1937]

The Golden Coach Leaves the Abbey, May 12 1937. From Coronation Souvenir Book 1937, edited by Gordon Beckles. [Daily Express, London, 1937]

Acclaimed by Thousands at Westminster, May 12 1937. From Coronation Souvenir Book 1937, edited by Gordon Beckles. [Daily Express, London, 1937]

Two Crowns, Two Sceptres, May 12 1937. From Coronation Souvenir Book 1937, edited by Gordon Beckles. [Daily Express, London, 1937]

Married in Westminster Abbey, 26 April 1923, (1937). From Coronation Souvenir Book 1937, edited by Gordon Beckles. [Daily Express, London, 1937]

Bridesmaid at wedding of Princess Mary and Viscount Lascelles, 1922, (1937. )
Bridesmaid at wedding of Princess Mary and Viscount Lascelles (now the Princess Royal and the Earl of Harewood), February 28th, 1922, 1937

Lady Elizabeth Bowes-Lyon as a young girl, c1917, (1937)
Lady Elizabeth Bowes-Lyon as a young girl, c1917 (1937). From Coronation Souvenir Book 1937, edited by Gordon Beckles. [Daily Express, London, 1937]

The Orb, 1937
The Orb, c1936 (1937). From Coronation Souvenir Book 1937, edited by Gordon Beckles. [Daily Express, London, 1937]

The Royal Sceptre with The Cross, 1937
The Royal Sceptre with The Cross, c1936 (1937). From Coronation Souvenir Book 1937, edited by Gordon Beckles. [Daily Express, London, 1937]

Curtsy To Her King, 1937
Curtsy To Her King, 1936 (1937). Debutant presented to Edward VIII at Royal Garden Party, Buckingham Palace, 1936. From Coronation Souvenir Book 1937, edited by Gordon Beckles

Crowd watches the arrested man taken to police van, 1937
Crowd watches the arrested man taken to police van, 1936 (1937). The failed assassination attempt by George McMahon following the Trooping the Colour ceremony 1936

Her Majesty the Queen, 1937. Artist: Louis Dezart
Her Majesty the Queen, 1937. From Coronation Souvenir Book 1937, edited by Gordon Beckles. [Daily Express, London, 1937]

The Duke and Duchess of Kent, May 12 1937. From Coronation Souvenir Book 1937, edited by Gordon Beckles. [Daily Express, London, 1937]

King Edward at the head of the Brigade of Guards, turns, unperturbed, to make inquiry after revolver had been thrown in roadway, 1936 (1937)

The King Rode On, 1937
The King Rode On, 1936 (1937). The failed assassination attempt by George McMahon following the Trooping the Colour ceremony 1936. From Coronation Souvenir Book 1937, edited by Gordon Beckles

With the Royal Air Force, 1937
With the Royal Air Force, 1936 (1937). King Edward VIII on a RAF inspection tour climbs the ladder to look in the cockpit. From Coronation Souvenir Book 1937, edited by Gordon Beckles

The Fort, 1937
The Fort, c1936 (1937). From Coronation Souvenir Book 1937, edited by Gordon Beckles. [Daily Express, London, 1937]

Trooping the Colour Pageantry, 1937
Trooping the Colour Pageantry on the Kings official 42nd Birthday, 1936 (1937). From Coronation Souvenir Book 1937, edited by Gordon Beckles. [Daily Express, London, 1937]

Sharing a Joke at Aintree, 1937
Sharing a Joke at Aintree, Grand National 1937. From Coronation Souvenir Book 1937, edited by Gordon Beckles. [Daily Express, London, 1937]

Ardent Golfer, 1937
Ardent Golfer - King Edward VIII in the Parliamentary Golf Handicap 1936 (1937). From Coronation Souvenir Book 1937, edited by Gordon Beckles. [Daily Express, London, 1937]

First State Drive as Monarch, 1937. King Edward VIII leaving Buckingham Palace for a levee at St James s. From Coronation Souvenir Book 1937, edited by Gordon Beckles. [Daily Express, London, 1937]

Maundy Money Gifts, 1936 (1937). King Edward VIII with Archbishop Cosmo Lang for the Maundy Money Service in 1936. From Coronation Souvenir Book 1937, edited by Gordon Beckles

Family Joke - leaving the Royal Yacht Albert and Victoria at Cowes, c1935 (1937). From Coronation Souvenir Book 1937, edited by Gordon Beckles. [Daily Express, London, 1937]

The Queens Procession, May 12 1937. From Coronation Souvenir Book 1937, edited by Gordon Beckles. [Daily Express, London, 1937]

Sailors Line The Route in Trafalgar Square, May 12 1937. From Coronation Souvenir Book 1937, edited by Gordon Beckles. [Daily Express, London, 1937]

Through the Admiralty Arch, May 12 1937. From Coronation Souvenir Book 1937, edited by Gordon Beckles. [Daily Express, London, 1937]

Princess Elizabeth and her cousin Lord Lascelles with the Princess Royal, 1937
Princess Elizabeth and her cousin Lord Lascelles, in the royal carriage-procession from the Palace. They were with the Princess Royal, May 12 1937

And So Into Whitehall, May 121937
And So Into Whitehall, May 12 1937. From Coronation Souvenir Book 1937, edited by Gordon Beckles. [Daily Express, London, 1937]

The Queen is Crowned, May 12 1937. From Coronation Souvenir Book 1937, edited by Gordon Beckles. [Daily Express, London, 1937]

Avenue of Banners, May 12 1937. From Coronation Souvenir Book 1937, edited by Gordon Beckles. [Daily Express, London, 1937]

-And He Forgot His Hat!, c1930s, (1937)
-And He Forgot His Hat!, St James Palace, c1930s (1937). From Coronation Souvenir Book 1937, edited by Gordon Beckles. [Daily Express, London, 1937]

With Disabled Ex-Servicemen, c1936, (1937)
With Disabled Ex-Servicemen, c1936 (1937). From Coronation Souvenir Book 1937, edited by Gordon Beckles. [Daily Express, London, 1937]

-And Friends, Princesses Elizabeth and Mary at Royal Lodge, Windsor, c1936 (1937). From Coronation Souvenir Book 1937, edited by Gordon Beckles. [Daily Express, London, 1937]

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"The Duchess of York: A Royal Legacy Through the Ages" From the regal display of The King's Orb and Sceptre in 1937 to the captivating portrait of Her Majesty, the Queen Mother with her pages in 1953 by Sterling Henry Nahum Baron, the Duchess of York has left an indelible mark on history. In commemoration of King George V's Silver Jubilee, a grand celebration unfolded in 1935, showcasing his reign through time. With its creator unknown, this magnificent creation stands as a testament to royal craftsmanship. Not confined to ceremonial duties alone, the Duchess also embraced philanthropy. At the opening ceremony of Salford Technical Institute, she stood alongside her husband - their presence symbolizing progress and education for all. Delving into history further back, we catch a glimpse of James II and Mary of Modena captured beautifully in 1907. Their story intertwines with that of Lady Elizabeth Bowes-Lyon herself – later known as Queen Elizabeth – whose black-and-white photograph showcases her grace and elegance. The Duke and Duchess were not mere spectators; they actively engaged with society. Witness them reviewing London Fire Brigade on Clapham Common or supporting charitable causes like Motor Neurone Disease through charity golf matches. Glamis Castle holds special significance as it is not only an ancestral home but also represents Queen Elizabeth's deep-rooted connection to tradition and heritage. Its mysterious beauty remains shrouded in anonymity even today. As time passed, family became paramount for the Duchess. On her 60th birthday, she posed joyfully with her grandchildren – capturing a moment filled with warmth and love that transcends generations. Even amidst fame and fortune, compassion remained at the core for this remarkable woman. In October 1987, Michael Crawford joined forces with the Duchess during their visit to Barts Hospital—a touching gesture that touched countless lives. Through artistry both seen and unseen, the Duchess of York's legacy endures.