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Framed Print : Chris Patten, the 28th and last Governor of Hong Kong, prepares for the official handover
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Chris Patten, the 28th and last Governor of Hong Kong, prepares for the official handover
Chris Patten, the 28th and last Governor of Hong Kong, prepares for the official handover of the territory to China as the 99 year lease officially expires at midnight on 1st July 1997.
Pictures shows: The Prince of Wales watching the band of the Royal Marines performs beat retreat, in front of the Royal yacht Britannia in Hong kong harbour on Sunday evening.
The Royal yacht will leave Hong Kong tomorrow after the hand over to Chinese rule.
29th June 1997
Bill Rowntree
Daily Mirror
Mirrorpix
Hong Kong
98 1422
Media ID 21787259
© Mirrorpix
Agreement Asia China Colonial Colonialism Colony Emotional Far East Historic Politicians Prince Charles Territory 1997
22"x18" (58x48cm) Modern Frame
Step back in time with our exclusive framed print from Memory Lane Prints, featuring Bill Rowntree's poignant image of Chris Patten, the 28th and last Governor of Hong Kong. This powerful photograph captures the historic moment as Patten prepares for the official handover of the territory to China, marking the end of British rule in Hong Kong on 1st July 1997. Add this significant piece of history to your collection and relive the emotions of that memorable day with our high-quality framed print.
Wood effect frame, card mounted, 16x12 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 22x18 inches (58x48cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, 40mm wide x 15mm 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
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 39.6cm x 26.2cm (15.6" x 10.3")
Estimated Product Size is 57.9cm x 47.8cm (22.8" x 18.8")
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 photo print, we witness a historic moment as Chris Patten, the 28th and final Governor of Hong Kong, prepares for the official handover of the territory to China. As the clock strikes midnight on July 1st, 1997, marking the expiration of the 99-year lease, emotions run high in this far-eastern city. The image captures Prince Charles observing intently as the band of Royal Marines performs a poignant beat retreat in front of the majestic Royal yacht Britannia stationed at Hong Kong harbor. The significance is not lost on anyone present; tomorrow will mark a new chapter as Chinese rule takes over and Britannia bids farewell to these shores forever. This snapshot encapsulates both political and emotional weight. It serves as a reminder that colonialism's grip is loosening while highlighting Patten's pivotal role in overseeing this transition. With Asia watching closely, all eyes are fixed upon him during this critical juncture. Bill Rowntree skillfully immortalizes an unforgettable moment from June 29th, 1997 - an era when politics intertwines with royalty against a backdrop of territorial agreements. This photograph transports us back to that time when history was being made before our very eyes – capturing not just faces but also sentiments that resonate through generations.
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