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24/05/2013

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The Gold State Coach

Duration: 01:19

BBC Arts Editor Will Gompertz examines the Gold State Coach, which has been used for coronations since 1821. Built for George III in 1762, it reflects Britain's new found glory in its richly gilded carvings and painted panels. The coach is one of the many items from the Royal Collection featured in Radio 4's series, The Art of Monarchy.

Available since: Wed 29 Feb 2012

This clip is from

The Art of Monarchy Magnificence

4/8 How the monarchy expresses power with displays of wealth and status.

First broadcast: 03 Mar 2012

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