Freda Hands (1919-2007)
The Book of the Baptism Service of Prince Charles 1948
Manuscript on paper with black, red, blue and gold lettering | 15.2 x 10 cm (book measurement (conservation)) | RCIN 1080428
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Bound in turquoise goatskin. Prince Charles was named Charles Philip Arthur George at his Christening. He had eight sponsors (or godparents) whose names are listed in the Book of the Baptism Service, decorated by the calligrapher Freda Hands (1919-2007).
Provenance
Acquired by Queen Elizabeth II, 1948
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Creator(s)
(calligrapher)(binder)Acquirer(s)
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Medium and techniques
Manuscript on paper with black, red, blue and gold lettering
Measurements
15.2 x 10 cm (book measurement (conservation))
Category
Alternative title(s)
At the baptism of His Royal Highness Prince Charles of Edinburgh by the Archbishop of Canterbury at Buckingham Palace 15th December 1948.
