King Charles I (1600-1649) and his son Charles, Prince of Wales, later King Charles II...

after Sir Anthony Van Dyck (Antwerp 1599 - London 1641). Oil painting on canvas, King Charles I (1600-1649) and his son Charles, Prince of Wales, later King Charles II (1630-1685), after Sir Anthony Van Dyck (Antwerp 1599 - London 1641). Two full-lengths, the king seated on a red velvet chair, with Charles at his right knee. King is wearing a black and silver slashed tunic, embellished with lace points, lace collar and cuffs, and lace shoe-roses on white shoes. Dark knee breeches, white hose and white garter. Dark cloak with garter insignia over left arm lined in mauve. Right hand rests on table, holding a paper. Crown, sceptre and orb on table with red velvet cover. Prince is wearing a blue gown, lace Van Dyke collar and cuffs, and wearing white lace cap. Castle is seen in background at left, and a massive column at right. A contemporary copy of Van Dyck's 'Great Piece' of 1632, without the figures of Queen Mary and Princess Mary. Inscribed l.l. 'Carolus Magna Britannia ye Rex cum Filie Principe Carle 1632'. Blickling Hall, Norfolk (Accredited Museum)