Palace opens doors to striking new visions of monarchy

Two striking State Portraits debut in Buckingham Palace’s Throne Room for the Summer Opening showcase

By Web Desk
July 16, 2025

Two majestic new portraits have been unveiled in the iconic throne room at Buckingham Palace as part of the summer opening of the state rooms. 

Created by two distinguished artists personally chosen for the occasion, the paintings offer a contemporary interpretation of a centuries-old tradition.