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King Edward VII

King Edward VII (1841-1910), Reigned 1901-10.

A replica of Fildes' coronation portrait (1901), commissioned from the artist and presented to the Gallery by George V, 1912. It shows the king wearing a field marshal's uniform, the highest rank in the British army.

1902-1912
Oil on canvas
2756.0 x 1803.0mm
NPG 1691
Image and text © National Portrait Gallery, 2022

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