Artist Nicky Philipps, 45, shows the princes at their official residence, Clarence House, London, and said she hoped the painting captured "a behind-the-scenes glance at the human element of royal responsibility and to emphasize their brotherly relationship."
The portrait shows Princes William and Harry wearing the dress uniform of the Household Cavalry, as worn for the Queen's Birthday Parade.
As a Portrait Photographer, I find this image a bit odd. The awkward postures and the off center composition make the portrait look more like a family snapshot than an official image. But then, it is a Portrait of Price Harry and Prince William, a couple of fairly un-Royal Royals. An oil painting is more art than a photograph, so it has to leave some room for interpretation. The first double portrait makes one more bit of history for the Royal Family.
My London thoughts are happy that this portrait of Prince Harry and Prince William was painted in Clarence House, which stands beside St James's Palace. It was built between 1825 and 1827 to the designs of John Nash for Prince William Henry, Duke of Clarence. He lived there as King William IV from 1830 until 1837. During its history, the house has been altered, reflecting the changes in occupancy over nearly two centuries.
Clarence House is open to the public.
Opening hours
The Summer Opening of Clarence House will be 31 July - 1 September 2010. Further dates may be added.
10:00-16:00 (last admission 15:00)
Timing your visit
A typical visit lasts 45 minutes. Entry is by timed ticket, with entrance every 15 minutes.
Admission by guided tour. All tickets are timed and must be pre-booked.
The guided tours will start promptly at the time stated on your ticket. Please note that late-comers cannot be admitted.
As Clarence House is a working royal residence, opening arrangements may be subject to change at short notice.
Admission pricesAdult £8.50
Over 60/ Student (with valid ID) £8.50
Under 17 £4.50
Under 5 Free
