The Coronation of HM Queen Elizabeth II, 1953 c.1953

Monochrome photograph | 25.2 x 30.5 cm (image) | RCIN 2002738

Description

Photograph of the moment of presentation of the Orb, part of the Crown Jewels, to Queen Elizabeth II during her Coronation. The Queen is seated in the Coronation chair and is presented with the Orb by the Archbishop of Cantebury. The Queen is flanked by the Bishop of Bath and Wells and the Bishop of Durham. Peers and Peeresses observe to The Queen's right.
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Creator(s)

Search the collection Times Newspapers : London
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Subject(s)

Search the collection Archbishop of Canterbury
Physical properties

Medium and techniques

Monochrome photograph

monochrome photograph

Measurements

25.2 x 30.5 cm (image)
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Object type(s)
visual works
photographs
news photographs
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Europe
Great Britain
England
Greater London [England]
London [Greater London]
City of Westminster [London]
Westminster Abbey [London]
Social sciences
Ethnology
Costume & National dress
Ceremonial Costume
Coronation robes

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