4 x 6 inches, watercolour, gouache and gold ink, 2008.
A portrait of Henry VIII in his late twenties. He was described as "the most handsome potentate I have ever set eyes upon" by a Venetian ambassador and was tall, well built and athletic. He tends to be remembered as the large obese ogre he became later in life.
Another in my series of vintage English roses, inspired by the lovely roses created by David Austin. Painted in watercolor, naturally! I just love painting these roses!