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

• George Dawe (1781-1829), History and portrait painter. Artist associated with 43 portraits.

This portraitback to top

Painted in the year of her death, Charlotte is shown wearing the Star of St Catherine of Russia and her 'Russian' dress (now in the Museum of London). The portfolio under her arm probably refers to her accomplishments as an amateur artist.

Linked publicationsback to top

• Saywell, David; Simon, Jacob, Complete Illustrated Catalogue, 2004, p. 119
• Walker, Richard, Regency Portraits, 1985, p. 108

Subjects & Themesback to top

• In profile
• On display at the Gallery