Charles III in Hunting Dress
1786 Museo del Prado
About this artwork
This full-length portrait depicts King Charles III of Spain dressed in hunting attire, holding a rifle with a dog resting by his side. It highlights his royal status through the inclusion of various orders, such as the Golden Fleece, pinned to his hunting jacket.
Did you know?
Goya was appointed as a court painter in 1786, a role that allowed him to observe the daily routines of the royal family. Charles III was notoriously passionate about hunting, making it a central part of his life and identity as monarch. By portraying the King in his preferred pastime, Goya humanized the ruler while still maintaining the regal authority required for official portraiture.
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Charles III in Hunting Dress
Francisco Goya, 1786
