King Charles I

Sitterback to top

• King Charles I (1600-1649), Reigned 1625-49. Sitter associated with 330 portraits.

Artistback to top

• Unknown artist. Artist associated with 6232 portraits.

This portraitback to top

This image of Charles I and the corresponding transparent overlays tell the story of his reign and death. It was one of the many objects made in the aftermath of his execution that honoured him as a holy martyr. The overlays are made of mica, a glass-like mineral. They are very fragile and have deteriorated over time.

Linked publicationsback to top

• Saywell, David; Simon, Jacob, Complete Illustrated Catalogue, 2004, p. 116

Subjects & Themesback to top

• Miniatures
• On display at the Gallery