King Charles’ first official portrait vandalised by activists
Activists from an animal rights group have vandalised the first official portrait of King Charles, which is on display in a London gallery.
Campaign group Animal Rising posted a video on its social media channels on Tuesday showing two activists using a paint roller to stick signs over the portrait of the monarch.
Members of the public have been free to visit the portrait of the monarch, which is on display at the Philip Mould gallery in central London until June 21.
The painting, the first official portrait of King Charles as monarch, raised eyebrows when it was unveiled earlier this year. Artist Jonathon Yeo depicted the king against a background of crimson red brush strokes, sparking mixed reactions.
Activists covered the king's head with an image of British ...
