King Charles' First Official Portrait Unveiled: A Regal Transformation with a Touch of Nature
May 16, 2024![King Charles' First Official Portrait Unveiled: A Regal Transformation with a Touch of Nature](https://cdn.brief.news/images/stories/e6fb25b321fb4ac44cd07d3099d7d08b6794b046cfb0699b8723df16be4ed315b8e1e441e6431715c3977d0234ed68e037fd18871f347ba55d8ec86a7553d861.png)
Renowned artist Jonathan Yeo has revealed the first official portrait of King Charles since his coronation, on display at Buckingham Palace.
The large 6½ by 8½ feet portrait, commissioned by the Worshipful Company of Drapers, will be housed at Drapers’ Hall in London.
The painting depicts King Charles in Welsh Guards uniform with a butterfly on his shoulder, symbolizing his environmental interests and personal transformation.
King Charles actively contributed to the portrait's concept, specifically the inclusion of the butterfly motif.
Public response to the portrait has been polarized, sparking debates over its artistic merit and the broader implications for the royal family.
Queen Camilla has endorsed the portrait, while King Charles, despite battling cancer, has shown support for the artwork.
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The New York Times • May 15, 2024
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Time • May 15, 2024
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The Telegraph • May 14, 2024
Artist Jonathan Yeo on his radical portrait of King Charles