King Charles II at Whiteladies (King Charles II; Richard Penderel)
- Artist
- Isaac Fuller
- Date
- c.1660 - c.1669
- Style
- Baroque
- Genre
- Portrait
- Location
- National Portrait Gallery
The painting titled 'King Charles II at Whiteladies (King Charles II; Richard Penderel)' depicts a portrait of Charles II, highlighting his royal dignity amidst a Baroque artistic style that emphasizes drama and grandeur. Richard Penderel, a Roman Catholic farmer and steadfast supporter of the Royalist cause during the English Civil War, played a crucial role in aiding Charles II’s escape after the Battle of Worcester in 1651. This historically significant moment is captured with a vividness that underscores loyalty and resilience, characteristic of Baroque portraiture, blending personal heroism with regal majesty.
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