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History immortalized Frida Kahlo, Salvador Dalí, Andy Warhol, and Pablo Picasso. But behind every eccentric master was a companion who truly owned the studio. Reimagined as the Raleigh Royal Court, these four hand painted portraits bring art history’s most famous real-life muses into the modern spotlight—trading historical studio floors for the creative energy of Downtown Raleigh.
BABOU (The Dapper Court Ocelot)
Dressed in peacock-teal Renaissance doublet and jaunty feathered cap, Babou is sleek, sharp, lavishly spotted, and always up to something theatrical.
THE VIBE: Surrealist Glamour & Theatrical Drama. Mischevious.
PAIRS WITH: Bold pop-art canvas painting, metallic pigments, and a Glitter Shirley.
FULANG-CHANG (The Crowned Sovereign Monkey)
Golden crown, crisp white ruff, and deep imperial magenta garb. Fulang Chang is undeniably regal. He represents the fearless, rule-breakers who makes the studio their royal kingdom.
THE VIBE: Fearless Expression with a heavy dose of insufferable perfection.
PAIRS WITH: Gold, Stained Glass, and a Dark red wine.
ARCHIE (The Glamour Dachshund)
Draped in burnt orange and turquoise, with an exquisite tiara. The ultimate social butterfly who treats every room like a red carpet (and has an unapologetic weakness for gourmet chocolate).
THE VIBE: Red-Carpet Socialite & Velvet-Rope Charm.
PAIRS WITH: Bling and Charms, Whipped Cream Clay Art, and an Ice Cream Sundae with all the toppings.
ESMERELDA (The Aristocratic Goat)
Draped in regal magenta and gold brocade, sweeping pink plumage, and layered lace. She’s got refined taste, and won't touch her morning craft session without a double espresso.
THE VIBE: Unapologetic Opulence & Refined Upscale taste.
PAIRS WITH: Rich gold leaf accents, Intricate Decoupage and a sparkling Prosecco.
THE ROYAL COURT Chronicles
