Major Ron

Major Ron captures a quintessentially British moment as Major Ronald Ferguson, father of Sarah, Duchess of York, engages in animated conversation at a polo match in England, circa August 1985. The photograph reveals the refined world of British polo society, where tweed jackets meet manicured grounds and conversation flows as smoothly as champagne. Slim Aarons brings his legendary eye to this scene of privilege and tradition, documenting the easy camaraderie and understated elegance that defined 1980s aristocratic life. The Major's relaxed posture and engaged expression speak to a world where sporting excellence and social grace were inseparable, where polo matches served as much for networking as for competition.

This photograph transforms your space into a window on British high society, where Major Ron becomes more than décor, it becomes a portal to the rarefied world of royal connections and sporting tradition. Display this piece in your study or living room and watch how it elevates conversations, inviting guests to explore the fascinating intersection of sport, aristocracy, and royal proximity that defined an era. The image carries the weight of history while maintaining contemporary appeal, its muted tones and candid composition working beautifully with both traditional and modern interiors. Slim Aarons understood that the most compelling moments happen between the posed shots, and this photograph proves that thesis, capturing genuine connection in a world often criticized for its formality.

Available in museum-quality lustre or matte finish, professionally framed in your choice of black, white, or natural wood. This print brings the sophistication of British polo society into your home, where Major Ferguson's world of charm, wit, and genteel sporting life creates an atmosphere of timeless elegance. Transform your space today with this remarkable glimpse into royal circles and aristocratic tradition.