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King Charles unveils his first official portrait since coronation – as painting's hidden meaning is revealed
King Charles has unveiled the first official portrait of himself since his coronation, which includes one key detail the royal wanted added to represent his change in job
The portrait, by British artist Jonathan Yeo, had been commissioned in 2020 to celebrate the then Prince of Wales’s 50 years as a member of the philanthropic institution The Drapers’ Company in 2022. The noticeable red theme was inspired by the uniform of the Welsh Guards, with the shade seen splashed over much of the portrait (Image: PA) Read MoreRelated Articles Prince William 'told off' by the Queen in viral balcony clip that proves he's just like Louis “When I started this project, His Majesty The King was still His Royal Highness The Prince of Wales, and much like the butterfly I’ve painted hovering over his shoulder, this portrait has evolved as the subject’s role in our public life has transformed.
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