The Queen of England is known for gracing most public appearances with one trusty accessory by her side: one of her hundreds of black handbags.<br />So it was only somewhat surprising that one of the queen's constant companions, one of her many iconic Launer London handbags, made an appearance in her latest royal portrait.<br />Commissioned in honor of the Royal Air Force Club's 100th anniversary, the portrait of the queen featured the patent leather purse at the feet of the long-reigning monarch. <br />
