King Charles' first official portrait vandalised by activists

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Queen Camilla said in 2012 that the "Wallace and Gromit" franchise were among some of the King's "favorite films."

Activists from an animal rights group have vandalised the first official portrait of King Charles, which is on display in a London gallery.

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.Wallace and Gromit The RSPCA's Assured scheme promises that animals in protected farms are given more living space and are never kept in cages.

"We welcome scrutiny of our work, but we cannot condone illegal activity of any kind," their statement read.

 

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