Karel Stuart (1600-49), prins van Wales. De latere koning Karel I van Engeland 1615 - 1647

This miniature portrait, painted by Peter Oliver between 1615-1647, depicts Karel Stuart (1600-49) as Prince of Wales. The later King Charles I of England, is shown in detail with a refined, almost feminine quality. The miniature's small size and delicate brushwork are characteristic of the 17th-century English art, and the composition focuses on the subject's face, emphasizing the regal bearing of the future monarch. This small work provides an intimate glimpse into the life of a prominent historical figure.