Glass Place Mat : Sidelights on personality - Mrs Charles Sweeny
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Sidelights on personality - Mrs Charles Sweeny
Unusual portrait of socialite Mrs Charles Sweeny, the former deb of the year Margaret Whigham and later the notorious Duchess of Argyll. She is pictured surrounded by her favourite things including her daughter Frances, her dogs, Michael the Alsatian and Gaby the poodle, the family home at 6, Sussex Place, Regents Park and their Packard car. Also included is a shelf of books signifying her (questionable) interest in reading, her pet charity, the School for the Blind at Swiss Cottage and a swimming costume, reflecting her favourite method of keep fit. Date: 1939
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© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
Argyll Duchess Frances Hobbies Interests Marg Margaret Packard Rutland Sep17 Socialite Sweeny Whigham
Glass Place Mat (Set of 4)
Set of 4 Glass Place Mats. Stylish and elegant polished safety glass, toughened and heat resistant (275x225mm, 7mm thick). Matching Coasters also available.
Set of 4 Glass Place Mats. Elegant polished safety glass and heat resistant. Matching Coasters may also be available
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 17.9cm x 25.4cm (7" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 22.5cm x 27.5cm (8.9" x 10.8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
EDITORS COMMENTS
Mrs Charles Sweeny, formerly known as Margaret Whigham, the Deb of the Year of 1934, poses for a unique and intriguing portrait in 1939. Surrounded by her cherished possessions, she is seen with her daughter Frances, her loyal companions Michael the Alsatian and Gaby the poodle, their elegant Packard car, and a glimpse into her home at 6, Sussex Place in Regent's Park. The shelves filled with books suggest an unexpected interest in literature, while her pet charity, the School for the Blind at Swiss Cottage, is a testament to her compassionate side. The swimming costume lying nearby reflects her preferred method of keeping fit. Once a socialite, Mrs Sweeny's life took an unexpected turn when she became the Duchess of Argyll, a title she held until her scandalous divorce in 1963. This image offers a glimpse into the private world of a woman who defied societal expectations and lived life on her own terms.
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