Elizabeth, wife of King George VI and mother of Queen Elizabeth II, is shown in this formal profile portrait, which is inscribed "Elizabeth R / 1957" in the lower margin. The photographer's surname is neatly penciled immediately below the print and his stamp "Cecil Beaton Photograph" is on the verso. Presented in the portrait's likely original gilt wooden frame.

DOA 12.25 x 10 in.

The Private Collection of a Lady

Cecil Beaton was arguably Britain's premiere celebrity photographer of the 20th century. The Queen mother was a particular favorite of his.

Bold signature; glue spots affect photographer's stamp on back.

$200 - 400