The Daily Painting: Karl V as a Child

Monday, January 3, 2011

Karl V as a Child

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Jan van Beers

(Belgian, 1852-1927)

Karl V as a Child, ????

Oil on canvas

I think the title refers to Charles V, Holy Roman Emperor. It's an adorable and gorgeous painting even if you don't know who he is! :)

4 comments:

EmilyJanuary 4, 2011 at 9:51 PM
His dog is really creepy looking... :P
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Becca R.January 5, 2011 at 1:08 PM
Awwww, the boy is so cute!!!!!
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R. A.January 5, 2011 at 5:20 PM
I think the dog is cute! Not fluffy enough for my taste, but cute!
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Jessica GreysonJanuary 10, 2011 at 11:08 PM
This is just plain cute! I love the little guy and his dog is perfect!

Thank You R.A.
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