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Royal Wedding 1923 - Heath Robinson humour
A Great Grand Stand. A comfortable suggestion for viewing future Royal Weddings by William Heath Robinson. An onlooker manages to balance a cosy armchair on top of a lamp post complete with rice throwing machine, a parasol (or umbrella), megaphone and a tasty pie and bottle of wine for sustenance. Published in The Bystander Royal Wedding Number, celebrating the marriage of the Duke of York to Lady Elizabeth Bowes-Lyon in 1923. Date: 1923
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Contraption Contraptions Machinery On Lookers Weddings
10"x8" Mount with 8"x6" Print
Experience the whimsical charm of the past with our Media Storehouse Mounted Photos featuring the Heath Robinson illustration, "A Great Grand Stand for Future Royal Weddings." This timeless image from the 1923 Royal Wedding captures the humorous imagination of renowned British illustrator, William Heath Robinson. In this playful scene, an onlooker ingeniously balances a cozy armchair atop a lamp post, complete with a bowl of rice, offering a comfortable and unique vantage point for viewing the royal procession. Add a touch of history and humor to your home or office with this beautifully printed and mounted photograph from Mary Evans Prints Online.
Printed on 8"x6" paper and suitable for use in a 10"x8" frame (frame not included). Prints are mounted with card both front and back. Featuring a custom cut aperture to match chosen image. Professional 234gsm Fujifilm Crystal Archive DP II paper.
Photo prints supplied in custom cut card mount ready for framing
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 13.8cm x 20.3cm (5.4" x 8")
Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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A Grand Stand for Royal Weddings: A Humorous Vision by William Heath Robinson This whimsical print by renowned British illustrator, William Heath Robinson, captures the excitement and anticipation of a Royal Wedding day in 1923, as depicted in "A Great Grand Stand." The scene showcases an imaginative onlooker, who has gone to great lengths to secure the best view of the upcoming nuptials between the Duke of York and Lady Elizabeth Bowes-Lyon. Heath Robinson's humorous contraption includes a comfortable armchair, perched precariously atop a lamp post, complete with various essentials for the long wait. An umbrella or parasol shields the viewer from the elements, while a megaphone ensures they don't miss a single word of the ceremony. A rice-throwing machine is at the ready to join in the celebrations, and a tasty pie and bottle of wine provide sustenance for the dedicated observer. Published in The Bystander Royal Wedding Number, this delightful illustration encapsulates the spirit of the event and the unique British sense of humor. Heath Robinson's intricate and imaginative contraptions were a staple of the magazine, and this piece remains a testament to his artistic talent and inventiveness. The print's intricate details and playful humor continue to captivate audiences, making it a cherished piece of history and a reminder of the joy and excitement surrounding the Royal Wedding of 1923.
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