King Charles seen back at work in first official portrait since taking the throne

KING Charles III is seen back at work in his first official portrait since taking the throne.

The suited King is pictured with his pen poised to write on government papers with his new signature Charles R.

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He was photographed inside Buckingham Palace’s grand 18th Century Room — ­previously seen when the Queen recorded Christmas messages.

It was taken last week as Charles carried out official government duties from the King’s red box to his left.

Behind him is a photo of his parents, the Queen and Prince Philip — which they gifted to King George VI at Christmas 1951.

Tired Charles has flown to the Scottish Highlands to recuperate and grieve after laying his mother to rest.

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Planning has already begun for the nation's first coronation ceremony in 70 years.

The event could be held next June, on the 70th anniversary of the coronation of the King’s beloved mother, the Queen, with no date yet confirmed.

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