Coronation Souvenir Book 1937

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Taken around 1935, the image captures a direct gaze from the monarch, exuding confidence and authority. In this powerful homage to the king, we see him seated in Westminster Abbey, adorned in ceremonial dress and wearing a regal crown.Reeman Dansies’ knowledge in relation to any lot is dependent on information provided by the Seller of the lot. If two Bidders submit identical bids, the Auctioneer will endeavour to ensure the first bid received has priority. The Seller's attention is drawn to its liability to reimburse the proceeds of sale to Reeman Dansie in the event any lot is deemed to be a Deliberate Forgery (as described in paragraph 10 of the Conditions of Sole). The lot has been or will be lawfully imported and lawfully and permanently exported as required by the laws of any country in which it is or was located. c) to resell the lot (by auction or private treaty) with estimates and reserves at Reeman Dansies' sole discretion.

Years of international tension and aggressive expansion by Fascist Italy and Nazi Germany culminated in the German invasion of Poland on 1 September 1939. Dressed in a military uniform adorned with impressive epaulettes and medals, King George V embodies the essence of a powerful ruler. The book commemorates the grand event of King George VI's coronation and pays homage to his father's reign. The booklet was written in 1937, so please be aware that some of the language, and the worldview it implies, is not what we would expect or endorse today.Reeman Dansie expressly reserves the right to bid on behalf of the Seller up to the amount of any reserve. All members of the public on Reeman Dansies' premises are there at their own risk and must note the lay-out of the building and any security arrangements.

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