The Escape Of Charles II Aboard The Surprise, 17th Century Attributed To Willem Van De Velde

The Escape of Charles II on the Surprise, 17th century attributed to Willem van de Velde (1633-1707) A large 17th century depiction of the flight of King Charles II, oil on cradled panel attributed to Willem Van De Velde. A depiction of excellent quality and condition following the Royalist defeat at the Battle of Worcester showing The Surprise (HMY Royal Escape) departing Brighton with Charles I on board in the guise of a merchant bound for France. Presented in a good gilt frame. The work is technically identical to Van De Velde’s marine paintings of the period and a similar work of 1675 depicting Charles II leaving Portsmouth on the Katherine was sold by Christies, Amsterdam for £130,000. Dimensions: 36” x 30” framed approx.