Starting April 11, Buckingham Palace's King's Gallery will feature 'The Edwardians: The Age of Elegance,' displaying opulent items from Edward VII, Queen Alexandra, George V, and Queen Mary. Curator Kathryn Jones highlights the hedonistic lifestyle of the royals during this glamorous period, with various events like garden parties and costume balls. The exhibition will showcase 315 pieces, approximately half of which are exhibited for the first time, including unique smoking accessories and lavish personal items that reflect the artistic expressions of the royal family.
The Edwardians: The Age of Elegance showcases the opulent lifestyle and significant possessions of royal figures Edward VII and George V, highlighting art and jewelry.
The exhibition curator emphasizes the glamour and hedonistic lifestyle of the Edwardian royal family, focusing on their extravagant social events and artistic expression.
Approximately half of the 315 selected pieces are displayed for the first time, as this period hasn't been prominently featured in past exhibitions.
Items include Edward VII's blue enamel cigarette case by Faberge and Queen Alexandra's coronation feather fan, underlining personal artistic expression in royal accessories.
Collection
[
|
...
]