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Yousuf Karsh (1908-2002)

King George VI (1895-1952) 1943

Gelatin silver print | 34.0 x 26.4 cm (image) | RCIN 2079180

Description

Photograph of King George VI, seated, wearing Admiral of the Fleet Naval uniform

Provenance

Presented to Queen Elizabeth II
People involved

Creator(s)

Search the collection Yousuf Karsh (1908-2002)
(photographer)

Acquirer(s)

Search the collection View the person page Queen Elizabeth II, Queen of the United Kingdom (1926-2022)

Subject(s)

Search the collection View the person page King George VI, King of the United Kingdom (1895-1952)
Physical properties

Medium and techniques

Gelatin silver print

gelatin silver print

Measurements

34.0 x 26.4 cm (image)
Groupings
Category
Photographs
Object type(s)
visual works
photographs
Subject(s)
Science, Medicine and Technology
Industries, Crafts and Trades
Clothing
Costume
Uniforms
Naval Uniforms
References

Alternative title(s)

Karsh Portfolio

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