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Bystander cover 1929 - the Ruthven Twins
Portrait of the society twin sisters, Alison and Margaret Hore-Ruthven, daughters of Lord and Lady Ruthven. Alison (left) was married in 1929 to John Leighton Barran. Margaret got married in 1932, to publisher Peter Llewelyn Davies, one of the brothers who inspired J. M. Barrie to write Peter Pan. Date: 1929
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Alison Bystander Covers Daughters Davies Hore Identical Leighton Margaret Peter Ruthven Sisters Twin Twins 1929 Llewelyn
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This photograph, taken in 1929, features the Ruthven Twins, Alison and Margaret Hore-Ruthven, gracing the cover of Bystander magazine. The sisters, daughters of Lord and Lady Ruthven, were the epitome of elegance and sophistication during the Roaring Twenties. Alison, on the left, had recently tied the knot with John Leighton Barran, while Margaret, the other half of this striking pair, would marry publisher Peter Llewelyn Davies in 1932. The Ruthven Twins were identical in appearance, adding to their allure and mystique. Their marriage into prominent British families further solidified their place in society. Alison's husband, John Leighton Barran, was a prominent figure in the City of London, while Peter Llewelyn Davies, Margaret's husband, was one of the brothers who inspired J.M. Barrie to write Peter Pan. This portrait, with its timeless beauty and intriguing backstory, offers a glimpse into the glamorous and historic world of the 1920s. The Twenties, also known as the Jazz Age, was a decade marked by flapper fashion, speakeasies, and a sense of freedom and rebellion. The Ruthven Twins embodied the elegance and grace of this era, making them a fitting subject for the cover of Bystander magazine. This photograph is a testament to the enduring fascination with twins and the allure of the Roaring Twenties. It serves as a reminder of a bygone era, filled with glamour, style, and intrigue, and the captivating story of the Ruthven Twins.
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