Overview

• While touring a Royal Collection exhibition in the Green Drawing Room on July 8, Princess Kate quipped “I should know” upon seeing a portrait of King Louis XIV.
• The three-word joke served as an affectionate nod to her seven-year-old son, Prince Louis, highlighting the family bond at a formal diplomatic occasion.
• Drawing on her History of Art degree from the University of St Andrews, the princess’s academic background informed her appreciation of the portrait and cultural exchange.
• Windsor Castle hosted the full state visit for the first time in 11 years as Buckingham Palace undergoes extensive renovations.
• The moment exemplified the blend of personal warmth and cultural diplomacy marking Princess Kate’s return to major formal events following her cancer recovery.