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1911 Chromolithograph Samuel Begg Art Edward VIII Prince Wales Naval Cadet ILN2
1911 Chromolithograph Samuel Begg Art Edward VIII Prince Wales Naval Cadet ILN2

1911 Chromolithograph Samuel Begg Art Edward VIII Prince Wales Naval Cadet ILN2

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"The Heir to the Throne as Naval Cadet: Edward, Prince of Wales."

This is an original 1911 tipped-in color with gold gilt chromolithograph of a painting with an Art Nouveau style border that portrays Edward VIII, Prince of Wales, (who became the King of the United Kingdom and the Dominions of the British Empire and Emperor of India in 1936 and then abdicated to marry Wallis Simpson. He was afterwards known as the Duke of Windsor), dressed his naval cadet uniform at the age of 17.

Due to the difficulty of digitally capturing metallic inks, we have provided a second image - please see both images.

CONDITION

This 102+ year old Item is rated Very Fine +. Heavy Foxing.

  • Product Type: Original Chromolithograph; Color w/Gold Gilt
  • Grade: Very Fine +
  • Dimensions: Approximately 10.75 x 15.5 inches; 27 x 39 cm
  • Authentication: Serial-Numbered Certificate of Authenticity w/ Full Provenance
  • Protection: Packaged in a custom archival sleeve with an acid-free black board (great for display, gift-giving, and preservation)

Period Paper is proud to present a collection of chromolithographs and photolithographs, (some with gold ink and gilt), and vintage advertisements from the London Illustrated News during the 1911 coronation of King George V of the United Kingdom and British Dominions and Emperor of India, and his wife, Mary of Teck, Queen consort. These stunning illustrations and paintings by Cyrus Cuneo, Cecil King, Samuel Begg, and others, portray the wealth and splendor of the British Royal Family, the coronation ceremony inside Westminster Abbey, and the majestic Crown Jewels of the United Kingdom. In excellent condition, these folio-sized prints are ideal for framing. Due to the difficulty of digitally capturing the luster of the metallic inks, we have provided a second image, so please see both images. To continue browsing this regal collection, simply click the link provided beneath the condition paragraph.

This piece was illustrated by Begg, Samuel. Artist signature in print - bottom left of image.

Reproductive art by Gilbert Whitehead & Co., Ltd.

Keywords specific to this image: Royalty, Navy

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