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Royal Portraits – Symbolism & Costume
A quick primer on reading royal portraits tied to the Tower’s story: what costumes and props communicate.
11/27/2025
9 min read
How to Read a Portrait
- Gaze, hand, and object: a triangle of signal.
- Costume as policy: fabrics and colours speak.
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Bottom Line
Portraits are performances—watch what they ask you to believe.
About the Author
Art & Power Guide
I built this to help you enjoy the Tower of London smartly—clear pacing, better timing, and context that makes each chapel, crown, and stone corridor resonate.
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portraits
queens
kings
symbolism
costume
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