Original Press Association LaserPhoto, electronically transmitted for newspaper publication on 27 November 1991, showing the extensive floral tributes laid outside West London Crematorium following the funeral of Freddie Mercury.
The integral Press Association caption records:
“Some of many floral tributes to pop star Freddie Mercury at West London Crematorium in Harrow Road today.”
The image documents the remarkable public response to Mercury’s death on 24 November 1991. Bouquets, wreaths and personal messages fill the approach to the crematorium, while mourners and members of the press gather beyond them. The quantity of flowers gives the photograph particular visual and historical impact, illustrating the scale of affection for Mercury immediately after his death.
Photographed by Adam Butler for the Press Association, the print retains its original agency caption, transmission coding and timestamp of Wednesday 27 November, 14:48. It was produced as a working newsroom image for immediate editorial use and is not a later commercial reproduction.
This electronically transmitted press print comes from the photographic archive of the Shields Gazette, providing clear newspaper provenance. It forms a contemporary record of one of the most significant moments in modern British music history and will appeal to collectors of Queen, Freddie Mercury and original press photography.
Very good condition. Minor edge wear and light creasing consistent with contemporary newsroom handling and long-term archive storage.
Please study the photograph carefully as it forms part of the description.
Subject: Floral tributes at Freddie Mercury’s funeral
Location: West London Crematorium, Harrow Road
Agency: Press Association
Photographer: Adam Butler
Date: 27 November 1991
Transmission Time: 14:48
Process: Electronically transmitted LaserPhoto / newsroom facsimile print
Photo Size: 22.2 × 27.9 cm
Provenance: Shields Gazette Photographic Archive
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