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Evening Standard
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Sara Feigin

British artist Emelie Hryhoruk reveals new isolation-themed painting of the Queen

British artist Emelie Hryhoruk has released a colourful new painting of the Queen to mark the monarch's 94th birthday.

In the portrait, Queen Elizabeth is seen wearing a bright blue face mask, a tiara and diamond jewelry with a vivid rainbow background.

“The portrait is somewhat fragmented, signifying hardship, vulnerabilities and inner fears. Despite being our much loved long-reigning Monarch, the coronavirus doesn’t discriminate. Life as we know it has been put on hold, no matter who we are or where we live,” the artist explained.

(Emelie Hryhoruk)

The piece is called 'We Will Meet Again' - a quote from the Queen's speech to the nation from Windsor Castle during which she addressed the coronavirus pandemic and thanked frontline workers for their efforts.

'We'll Meet Again' is the name of a famous wartime track by Dame Vera Lynn, who recently re-released the song during the pandemic to help lift spirits.

Hyrhoruk said, “The magic of ‘We Will Meet Again’ lies with the fact that this painting marks a moment in time that truly is a test of humankind, our values as a nation and as a planet, and is a real attribute to British History.”

(Getty Images)

In mid-March Queen Elizabeth’s son, Prince Charles tested positive for coronavirus. He is now fully recovered and is staying at Birkhall Cottage on the Queen's Balmoral Estate in Scotland.

The Queen remains in good health and is staying at Windsor Castle, where she has been keeping in touch with the rest of the Royal Family with video calls.

Prints of Hyrhoruk’s portrait of Queen Elizabeth are available for sale on her website.

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