King George V being crowned
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King George V being crowned
King George V being crowned by the Archbishop of Canterbury, head and shoulders portrait. Date: 1911
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Archbishop Canterbury Ceremony Crowned Matania Shoulders Solemn Tradition
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This head and shoulders portrait captures the solemn and historic moment of King George V's coronation in 1911. The King, dressed in his regal robes and adorned with the Imperial State Crown, gazes steadfastly forward, embodying the weight of tradition and the customs of the British monarchy. The Archbishop of Canterbury, in his ceremonial robes and mitre, reaches out to place the crown upon the monarch's head, symbolizing the transfer of power and authority. The coronation of King George V took place on June 22, 1911, at Westminster Abbey in London. The event marked the formal installation of George V as King of the United Kingdom, the Dominions, and Emperor of India, following the death of his father, King Edward VII. The ceremony was a grand spectacle, attended by thousands and watched by millions around the world. This evocative image, created by renowned artist Sir Wilfred Thesiger Matania, captures the solemnity and grandeur of the occasion. Matania's masterful use of light and shadow, as well as his attention to detail, bring the scene to life and transport us back in time to witness this momentous event in British history.
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