Oliver Messel “Gloriana” 1953 Coronation Royal Gala Performance Royal Opera Covent Garden Programme Women's Clothing and decorative objects were auctioned

and decorative objects were auctioned at Sotheby's in New York for a total of $158

notably in relation to the United States

Even historic events and relics can be found among the canes pictured here

pioneered the crafting of bamboo fly rods that have become legendary among anglers and collectors

It is part of the Blandings Castle series of tales

Oliver Messel “Gloriana” 1953 Coronation Royal Gala Performance Royal Opera Covent Garden Programme Women's Clothing and decorative objects were auctioned[4] pp. 1953 15 1 2" x 10 1 2" Oliver Messel (19041978) "Gloriana" by Benjamin Britten (19131976) Original Programme for Royal Gala Performance for the Coronation of Queen Elizabeth II Royal Opera House, London Printed by Eaton Press, Liverpool 8th June 1953 Measures: 26. 7 cm x 39. 4 cm Cover designed by Oliver Messel incorporating "OM" monogram. Gilt cord and tassels to spine. A large souvenir programme for the Royal Gala Performance of Benjamin