Three views of Charles I of England appear side by side, each showing the king from a different angle: left profile, full face, and right three-quarter profile. Each figure is dressed in a richly colored garment, with the leftmost Charles in deep blue, the central in crimson, and the rightmost in a purplish hue, all adorned with elaborate white lace collars. The blue riband of the Order of the Garter is visible across the chest in all three views, unifying the portraits despite the variation in costume.

Charles’s long, curling hair and pointed beard are rendered with soft, fluid brushstrokes, and his features are consistent across the three perspectives, emphasizing his identity. All three faces are set against a muted, clouded background, which recedes softly and allows the king’s presence to dominate the composition. Light falls evenly across the faces, highlighting the smooth texture of the skin and the intricate patterns of the lace, while subtle shadows model the forms and give depth to the arrangement.

The brushwork is especially delicate in the rendering of the lace, where fine lines and dabs of white paint create an airy, tactile effect. The composition is tightly framed, with the three heads nearly touching, creating a sense of unity and focus on the king’s likeness from multiple angles. The rightmost figure wears a single pearl earring in his left ear, which catches the light against his dark hair.

The background features swirling, blended tones of blue, gray, and ochre, with no distinct objects or horizon line, creating a soft, atmospheric effect. The edges and corners of the painting are darker and less detailed, with loose, feathery brushstrokes that frame the central figures and draw attention inward.