Princess Charlotte Augusta of Wales

Sitterback to top

• Princess Charlotte Augusta of Wales (1796-1817), Daughter of George IV. Sitter associated with 48 portraits.

Artistback to top

• Thomas Heaphy (1775-1835). Artist associated with 47 portraits, Sitter in 2 portraits.

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In general, portraits of Princess Charlotte as a young adult promoted a belief in her wholesome beauty. A skilful and leading watercolourist, Thomas Heaphy, who enjoyed royal patronage, captured a highly attractive impression of the golden-haired, rosy-cheeked princess in this unfinished study for a later work. In the completed version, signs that recalled her status as a future Queen of England were included, such as a coronet decorated with the Prince of Wales feathers and the Coronation Chair.

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• Walker, Richard, Regency Portraits, 1985, p. 107

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• Peninsular and Waterloo officers: watercolour drawings by Thomas Heaphy, 1813-14