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A Madame Yevonde portrait of Lady Elizabeth Paget
Lady Elizabeth Paget, daughter of the Marquess of Anglesey, was one of the train-bearers to Queen Elizabeth at the coronation of George VI. Madame Yevonde was a prolific and ground-breaking society portrait and commercial photographer active between 1915 and 1975. She is particularly well-known for her astonishingly modern work using the Vivex colour process during the 1930 s. Her images of society folk and other personalities appeared regularly in The Sketch or The Tatler through the 1920s and 30 s. Date: 19th May 1937, p310
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This portrait captures Lady Elizabeth Paget, the esteemed daughter of the Marquess of Anglesey, on the eve of an historic moment in British history. Taken by the renowned Madame Yevonde on May 19, 1937, this image was published on page 310 of The Sketch, showcasing the photographer's exceptional talent and innovative use of color. Lady Elizabeth, aged 21 at the time, was one of the train-bearers for Queen Elizabeth during the coronation of King George VI. Her regal bearing and elegant demeanor are beautifully captured in this portrait, which is a testament to Madame Yevonde's ability to bring out the best in her subjects. Madame Yevonde was a prolific and ground-breaking figure in society and portrait photography during the early to mid-20th century. She was particularly known for her stunning work using the Vivex color process during the 1930s, which set her apart from her contemporaries. Her images graced the pages of prestigious publications such as The Sketch and The Tatler, making her a household name in the world of photography. This portrait of Lady Elizabeth Paget is a reminder of a bygone era, one filled with elegance, tradition, and the promise of a bright future. It is a testament to the enduring power of photography to capture moments in time and preserve them for generations to come.
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