The Picture Post Coronation Peep-Show Book. with a Commentary on the Ceremony & Regalia.

SMITH, Edwin, and Olive COOK

Edité par London Hulton Press 1953

First edition. A peep-show / tunnel book, illustrating the coronation of Queen Elizabeth II in Westminster Abbey in 1953. It was published by the photo magazine Picture Post. The covers are slightly darkened, and have a little chipping to one corner. The spine of the booklet has has some wear, and has been reinforced with archival tape. The peep-show itself is in good, clean condition without marks inside. The outside white covers are a little darkened. A nice copy. This peep-show offers dual views, presenting two distinct scenes from Her Majesty's coronation. Viewed through the Imperial State Crown via an aperture in the Black Prince s Ruby it depicts the crowning moment. From the opposite side, an opening in the cover, depicting Westminster Abbey s west front with the Palace of Westminster beyond, reveals the procession advancing down the nave with the newly crowned Queen. The booklet is 32 pages long. The peep-show was produced by the photographer Edwin Smith (1912-1971) and the accompanying text by his wife, writer and artist Olive Cook (1912-2002). 20.5cm x 18.5cm. When opened, the concertina is approximately 60cm. . N° de réf. du vendeur 5376

Détails bibliographiques

Titre : The Picture Post Coronation Peep-Show Book. ...
Éditeur : London Hulton Press 1953
Reliure : Couverture souple
Edition : Edition originale