Prince Charles; Diana, Princess of Wales

Sittersback to top

• Prince Charles (1948-), Prince of Wales. Sitter in 74 portraits.
• Diana, Princess of Wales (1961-1997), Princess of Wales. Sitter in 46 portraits.

Artistback to top

• Thomas Patrick John Anson, 5th Earl of Lichfield (1939-2005), Photographer. Artist of 59 portraits, Sitter in 21 portraits.

This portraitback to top

Taken on the balcony above the Grand Entrance of Buckingham Palace, against a plain sheet pinned to the wall. This intimate portrait of the newly married royal couple was reproduced in newspapers and magazines around the world. The princess wore an ivory silk taffeta dress with a 25-foot train designed by the House of Emanuel. Her veil was held in place by the Spencer family diamond tiara. The wedding of the Prince and Princess of Wales took place on 29 July 1981 at St Paul's Cathedral. Patrick Lichfield, a cousin of The Queen, was the official photographer.

Linked displays and exhibitionsback to top

• Diana, Princess of Wales (14 July 2007 - 13 January 2008)

Subjects & Themesback to top

• Couples
• Hats and head-attire
• Jewellery
• Wedding inspiration