Prince Charles might be the birthday boy, but it’s an extravaganza for royal fans all round as dozens of never-before seen pictures emerge of the British royal family.
Royal enthusiasts have been treated with the new images as Prince Charles rings in his 70th birthday on Wednesday November 14th, with two family portraits in particular being the cause of much delight.
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To celebrate the Princes’ 70th birthday, royal fans are being treated to a number of never-before seen pictures of the royal family. (Image: Getty)
The portraits, taken by royal photographer Chris Jackson of Getty Images show the royal family in a truly candid light, with Charles and his wife Camilla sitting on a bench with Prince George and Princess Charlotte, while Kate, holding young Prince Louis, William, Harry and Meghan all stand behind.
Taken at Clarence House in September this year, Jackson said the moment was particularly special as the royal grandfather approached his 70th birthday.
“I was delighted to have been asked to take these portraits of The Prince of Wales surrounded by his family to celebrate the important milestone of his 70th Birthday,” Jackson said in an official statement.
He added: “It was particularly special to capture such an informal and relaxed family portrait over a fun afternoon in the gardens of Clarence House.”
One image shows the royal family looking poised, while the other shows a beautifully candid moment as they all share a laugh together. See the adorable images below!
The royals get candid in this stunning shot! (Image: Chris Jackson/Getty)
The images mark Prince Charles’ milestone 70th birthday. (Image: Chris Jackson/Getty)
And if these gorgeous pictures weren’t enough, royal fans will also be treated to a rare glimpse into the Princes’ life as Clarence House partners with Google Arts and Culture to create an online experience revealing over 200 pictures and personal artworks from his home in London.
The beautiful collection, unveiled to celebrate the Princes’ milestone birthday, includes a number of personal family photographs of the Prince and his family members through the years.
One adorable image shows Prince Charles playing with Queen Elizabeth as a toddler, while another reveals an older Prince Charles teaching Prince Harry how to fish.
And in what might be the sweetest of them all, a striking image of the Prince holding his newborn grandson Prince Louis on the day of his christening has us swooning.
You can view all of the images here.
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The private collection of photos certainly provide a rare insight into the life of a royal, with the online platform even providing a section dedicated to the Princes’ passion for sustainability, particularly in fashion!
Commentary from Vogue editor Edward Enniful and Chief Executive of the British Fashion Council Caroline Rush is included.
A Clarence House spokesperson said the Prince was “fascinated by the opportunity that Google Arts and Culture provides to connect people to museums, other cultural institutions and provide access which they wouldn’t necessarily otherwise have.”
“He was very taken with its potential,” they added.
Prince Charles’ colourful history can be seen in all its glory via a new online platform. (Image: Getty)
Last week, the world revelled in a gorgeous image of the 70-year-old sharing a special moment with Prince Louis as he was held by his mum Kate.
The new image of Prince Louis came to light during the BBC production celebrating Charles’ milestone: Prince, Son and Heir: Charles at 70.
The stunning image had our hearts melting! (Image: Chris Jackson/Getty Images)
In the revealing documentary, Prince Charles also discuss his impending role as future king, where we can expect to see a completely different side to him.
“I do realise that it is a separate exercise being sovereign. So of course… you know I understand entirely how that should operate,” he said.
The birthday boy will be celebrating his big day in true royal style on Wednesday, with the Queen hosting a reception at Buckingham Palace which will be attended by the royal family and other European royal dignitaries including Crown Princess Mary and Crown Prince Frederik.
But while the Queen’s dinner will undoubtedly be a formal one, the Prince has still found time to let his hair down somewhat.
At the end of October, he attended a star studded event called We Are Most Amused and Amazed at the London Palladium. Camilla joined Charles alongside other prominent guests including Rowan Atkinson and Kylie Minogue.
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