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Debutante queuing in the Mall by Rex Whistler
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Debutante queuing in the Mall by Rex Whistler
A shy debutante, accompanied by an imperious and matronly chaperone, sits in her chauffeur-driven car in the Mall, waiting to gain entrance to Buckingham Palace where she will be presented at court and curtsey in front of the King and Queen. Curious spectators line the route to gawp at the debs in their court gowns and feather head dresses. Date: c.1930
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In this enchanting and amusing illustration by Rex Whistler, a shy and demure debutante, flanked by an imperious and matronly chaperone, sits in the back seat of a chauffeur-driven car in the Mall, London, eagerly awaiting her turn to be presented at Buckingham Palace. The year is approximately 1930, and the traditional debutante season is in full swing. The debutante's elegant court gown, adorned with intricate beading and a long, flowing train, is accompanied by a magnificent feather headdress, adding to her regal appearance. The dowager chaperone, dressed in an equally impressive ensemble, keeps a watchful eye over her charge, her stern expression betraying a hint of amusement at the curious spectators who line the route, eager to gawk at the young women in their finery. The Mall, a wide, tree-lined avenue leading to Buckingham Palace, is filled with the sounds of horse-drawn carriages and the chatter of excited onlookers. The debutantes, all sponsored by aristocratic families, are the epitome of high society and tradition, as they prepare to present themselves to the King and Queen and perform the traditional curtsey. The scene is reminiscent of a bygone era, one filled with pomp and circumstance, tradition, and the aristocratic elegance of London's debutante season. Rex Whistler's skillful sketch captures the essence of this historical moment, offering a glimpse into the past and a reminder of the enduring allure of this time-honored tradition.
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