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Prince Charles Edward Stuart, 1720 - 1788. Eldest son of Prince James Francis Edward Stuart (As a child)
About this artwork
Creating images of the Stuart heir was one of the most important functions of the artists who worked for the Jacobite court. Over a period of two years, Antonio David painted several versions of this small portrait of Charles, which were in turn copied by others. The prince had grown into a robust and energetic toddler. In 1724 he was described as ‘the finest, charmingest child in the world... No porter’s child in the country has stronger legs and arms, and indeed he makes good use of them, for he is continually in motion. He eats, sleeps and drinks mightily well’.
Updated before 2020
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title:Prince Charles Edward Stuart, 1720 - 1788. Eldest son of Prince James Francis Edward Stuart (As a child)
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date created:About 1723
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after:Antonio David (1698 - 1750) Italian
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materials:Oil on copper
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measurements:12.10 x 8.90 cm
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credit line:Purchased 1966
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accession number:PG 2060
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artwork photographed by:Antonia Reeve
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