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Antique Framed Print : Queen Elizabeth II visits Crewe and Congleton. The Queen grimaces when she hears that
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Queen Elizabeth II visits Crewe and Congleton. The Queen grimaces when she hears that
Queen Elizabeth II visits Crewe and Congleton. The Queen grimaces when she hears that sales assistant Shaun Seymour, 17, of Nantwich, had landed himself in hospital after gashing his hand on a circular saw. He works in a do-it-yourself shop. 5th May 1972
Staff
Manchester Evening News Archive
Mirrorpix
United Kingdom
Media ID 21863446
© Mirrorpix
14"x12" (36x31cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (36x31cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, the Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
Bevelled Wood Effect Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 24.4cm x 18.4cm (9.6" x 7.2")
Estimated Product Size is 36.3cm x 31.2cm (14.3" x 12.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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EDITORS COMMENTS
In this print from Memory Lane Prints, we witness a moment of genuine concern on the face of Queen Elizabeth II during her visit to Crewe and Congleton in 1972. The Queen's expression turns into a grimace as she hears about an unfortunate incident involving a young sales assistant named Shaun Seymour. It is revealed that Shaun, only 17 years old and hailing from Nantwich, had found himself in the hospital after accidentally injuring his hand with a circular saw at the do-it-yourself shop where he worked. This unexpected turn of events clearly catches Her Majesty off guard, prompting her empathetic reaction. This snapshot captures not only the royal presence but also highlights the compassion and humanity that lies behind it. Despite being surrounded by grandeur and protocol, Queen Elizabeth II demonstrates her sincere concern for those she encounters during her visits. The photograph serves as a reminder that even amidst official duties, members of royalty are still deeply connected to their subjects' everyday lives. It showcases both the vulnerability of individuals like Shaun who experience accidents at work and the genuine care shown by Her Majesty when faced with such situations. This image encapsulates an era marked by significant social change—the 1970s—and reminds us that even within these transformative times, empathy remains timeless.
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