George III

1783
(American, 1738–1820)
Framed: 152 x 127 x 9.5 cm (59 13/16 x 50 x 3 3/4 in.); Unframed: 126.5 x 101 cm (49 13/16 x 39 3/4 in.)
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Over the king's shoulder is a cape trimmed with ermine, a fur associated with royalty.

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King George III commissioned more than 80 paintings from West, including this portrait that celebrates his military leadership by presenting him in a suit of armor. Such an image likely was intended to bolster George III's reputation, which had been tarnished the previous year when he was forced to formally recognize American independence.
George III

George III

1783

Benjamin West

(American, 1738–1820)
America, 18th century

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