Portrait of George III (1738-1820), King of England 1760 - 1799

This miniature portrait by Johann Heinrich Hurter depicts King George III of England. Painted between 1760 and 1799, it shows the King in a formal pose, wearing a purple jacket and a white cravat, his powdered wig styled in the fashion of the period. The miniature, a popular form of portraiture in the 18th century, is a testament to the skill of Hurter, a noted miniaturist, and provides a glimpse into the royal attire and appearance of the time. The small dimensions of the work, measuring only 5.5 cm in height and 4.8 cm in width, suggest it may have been a personal possession or a memento for a royal patron. King George III, who reigned for over 60 years, is remembered for his long and complex reign, including the American Revolution and the Napoleonic Wars.