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Charles II's cavalcade through the City of London

Dirck Stoop, 1662

Composite depiction of Charles II's state progress from the Tower of London to Westminster on 22nd April 1661, the day before his Coronation. Four huge triumphal arches were erected along the processional route in Leadenhall, Cornhill, Cheapside and Whitefriars, each representing an appropriate allegorical theme.

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Title of artwork, date

Charles II's cavalcade through the City of London, 1662

Date supported

1978

Medium and material

Oil on canvas

Dimensions

66 x 200 cm

Grant

5000

Total cost

47000

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