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Achievements of His Purposes: The Charter of Pennsylvania Receives the King's Signature, by Violet Oakley, circa 1906.

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Mural Painting of King Charles seated at a table. He is receiving an ornate document from a young man who kneels on one knee. There are several men standing in front of the King and one man stands behind. All are dressed in finery.

Credit: Courtesy of the Pennsylvania Capitol Preservation Committee/Photo by Hunt Commercial Photography

This mural by Violet Oakley depicts King Charles II signing the Charter of Pennsylvania in 1681. It now resides on the east wall, Panel 12, Governor's Reception Room of the Pennsylvania State Capitol building.