Charles X, King of France
1 portrait by François Pascal Simon, Baron Gérard
© National Portrait Gallery, London
Charles X, King of France
by Henry Bone, after François Pascal Simon, Baron Gérard
pencil drawing squared in ink for transfer, before 1829 (1826)
15 5/8 in. x 11 3/8 in. (397 mm x 289 mm)
Acquired from Sir George Scharf, 1890
Reference Collection
NPG D17521
Sitterback to top
- Charles X, King of France (1757-1836), King of France 1824-1830. Sitter in 14 portraits.
Artistsback to top
- Henry Bone (1755-1834), Enamel painter. Artist or producer associated with 677 portraits, Sitter in 6 portraits.
- François Pascal Simon, Baron Gérard (1770-1837), Artist. Artist or producer associated with 12 portraits, Sitter in 1 portrait.
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