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Fit for a Queen: Cook Islands art in the Royal Collection

Saturday 15 May 2021 | Written by Rod Dixon | Published in Art, Features

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Fit for a Queen: Cook Islands art in the Royal Collection
A shell shaped wooden surround, mounted with a giant carved pearl shell. Presented to Queen Elizabeth II by Makea Nui Teremoana Ariki of the Cook Islands on the occasion of her Coronation in 1953. (© Royal Collection, Windsor Castle). 21051465

With the recent passing of Prince Philip, we wondered what official gifts had been presented to Queen Elizabeth II, her consort, and other royals during their Cook Islands visits. This is what we found. By Jean Tekura Mason and Rod Dixon.

With the recent passing of Prince Philip, we wondered what official gifts had been presented to Queen Elizabeth II, her consort, and other royals during their Cook Islands visits. This is what we found. By Jean Tekura Mason and Rod Dixon.


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