National Portrait Gallery reveals shortlist for global painting prize

Three works selected from 1,647 entries across 62 countries, with 50 selected for final display

The artists Isabella Watling, Antony Williams and Catherine Chambers have been shortlisted for the National Portrait Gallery’s annual painting prize.

In total, 50 portraits have been selected for final display as part of the competition, which is returning for its 42nd year with its new sponsors Herbert Smith Freehills. The winning artist will receive £35,000 – one of the largest prizes for any global arts competition.