Albert, Duke of York, later King George VI (1895-1952)
Carl Vandyk (fl.1881-1943) [photographer] London
Category
Photographs
Date
1920
Materials
metal and photographic paper
Measurements
293 mm (H)217 mm (W)
Place of origin
London
Order this imageCollection
Polesden Lacey, Surrey
NT 1246686
Summary
Studio portrait of Albert, Duke of York. Signed and dated.
Full description
The Duke is wearing his Royal Air Force uniform. He was the first member of the British royal family to qualify as a RAF pilot, which he did on 31 July 1919; the following day he was promoted to squadron leader.
Marks and inscriptions
VANDYK / LONDON (embossed on front)
Makers and roles
Carl Vandyk (fl.1881-1943) [photographer] London, photographer