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Charles II addressing the States General, the members all standing (King Charles II)

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Charles II addressing the States General, the members all standing (King Charles II)

by Theodor Matham, after Jacob Toorenvliet
line engraving, circa 1660-1676
14 1/4 in. x 18 7/8 in. (363 mm x 481 mm) paper size
Reference Collection
NPG D32321

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  • King Charles II (1630-1685), Reigned 1660-85. Sitter associated with 295 portraits.

Artistsback to top

  • Theodor Matham (1606-1676), Engraver. Artist or producer associated with 15 portraits.
  • Jacob Toorenvliet (circa 1635-1719). Artist or producer associated with 3 portraits.

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  • NPG D29270: Charles II addressing the States General, the members all standing (King Charles II) (from same plate)

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Current affairs

The Convention Parliament and Lords proclaim Charles II king after he issues a declaration from Breda offering an indemnity to those who had committed crimes against the crown during the civil war and Interregnum. Charles lands at Dover from The Hague on 25th May to great pomp and ceremony.

Art and science

Diarist Samuel Pepys starts his diary on 1st January, writing in shorthand. The diary became a unique social document, opening with a brief summary of his domestic situation and the political background.
Dutch portrait painter, Peter Lely, is appointed principal painter to Charles II.
Official foundation of the Royal Society.

International

The Anglo-Spanish War, begun by Lord Protector, Oliver Cromwell, formally ends after the restoration of the British monarchy and peace is made with Philip IV of Spain.

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