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A state ceremony in a hopeless downpour of rain, from The Illustrated London News
XJF438416 A state ceremony in a hopeless downpour of rain, from The Illustrated London News, May 23rd 1908 (engraving) by Begg, Samuel (fl.1886-1916); Private Collection; (add.info.: The wet opening of the Franco-British exhibition; the exhibition was held in London and was a celebration of the Entente Cordiale signed in 1904; image shows the Prince of Wales, later George V (1865-1936), declaring the exhibition open from the gallery above the Grand Cascade; ); British, out of copyright
Media ID 12881035
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Display Downpour Entente Cordiale Exhibition Buildings Fair Franco British Exhibition Gallery George V Hopeless Open Opening Prince Of Wales Rain Raining The Illustrated London News Waterfall Grand Cascade
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400 piece puzzles are custom made in the UK and hand-finished on 100% recycled 1.5 mm millboard. There is a level of repetition in jigsaw shapes with each matching piece away from its pair. The completed puzzle measures 31x47cm and is delivered packaged in an attractive presentation box specially designed to fit most letter box slots
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Estimated Product Size is 31.5cm x 47.2cm (12.4" x 18.6")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This engraving, titled "A state ceremony in a hopeless downpour of rain" captures a remarkable moment from history. The image takes us back to May 23rd, 1908, during the wet opening of the Franco-British exhibition held in London. Despite the relentless downpour that seems to engulf everything in sight, this state ceremony remains an unforgettable spectacle. In this scene, we witness the future King George V, then known as the Prince of Wales, bravely standing on a gallery above the magnificent Grand Cascade. Undeterred by nature's fury, he declares the exhibition open with great poise and determination. Surrounding him are grand exhibition buildings showcasing France's finest offerings alongside Britain's own contributions. The significance of this event lies not only in its celebration of the Entente Cordiale signed four years prior but also in its representation of resilience and unity amidst adversity. The pouring rain serves as a powerful metaphor for life's challenges that can unexpectedly pour upon us at any given moment. This beautifully detailed print transports us back to an Edwardian era where pomp and circumstance met with unpredictable weather conditions. It reminds us that even when faced with seemingly insurmountable obstacles, leaders like George V rise above them with grace and fortitude. As we gaze upon this historical snapshot frozen in time through Samuel Begg's skilled engravings, we cannot help but be inspired by those who continue to persevere despite hopeless downpours – both literal and metaphorical –
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