Major new exhibition now open at The King’s Gallery, London

Royal Portraits: A Century of Photography now open

Royal Portraits: A Century of Photography now open

‘Awash with glamour’ ★★★★ – The Telegraph

Our new exhibition charts the evolution of royal portrait photography from the 1920s to the present day. Featuring works from the most celebrated royal photographers, from Cecil Beaton and Dorothy Wilding to Annie Leibovitz and Rankin, discover the stories behind some of the most recognized photographs ever taken of the Royal Family.

The King’s Gallery, Buckingham Palace

Until 6 October

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Dive into the exhibition

Stunning 1949 Colour Portraits of Princess Margaret

Commissioned for the Princess’s 19th birthday, these images were created using a cutting-edge process of colour transparency film, echoing classic Hollywood glamour.

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Cecil Beaton – Royal Photographer

Sir Cecil Beaton was one of the most celebrated and influential photographers of the 20th century. Learn about his relationship with the British Royal Family which spanned across six decades.

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Events at The King’s Gallery

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Lunchtime lecture

Curator’s Introduction to Royal Portraits: A Century of Photography

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Creative course

How Grand Clothes Were Made: Royal Portraits

– in collaboration with The School of Historical Dress

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Evening event

Photography with Hugo Burnand

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Evening event

In Conversation: Fashion of Royal Portraiture

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From the shop

Royal Portraits range

This collection of gifts has been produced to complement the exhibition and includes prints, stationery and a calendar, so you can enjoy some of the most celebrated photographs from the exhibition in your own home.

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