King James Collection

Engraving depicting the Bishop of London preaching to King James I from St Paul's Cross - 1620, 19th century
5309204 Engraving depicting the Bishop of London preaching to King James I from St Paul's Cross - 1620, 19th century; (add.info)

Pocahontas, 1907
1574354 Pocahontas, 1907; (add.info.: Pocahontas at the court of King James by Richard Rummels. Pocahontas was the daughter of Powhatan, the paramount chief of a network of tributary tribal nations)

Horse Monument on Plaza de Espana, Palma de Mallorca, Mallorca, Balearic Islands, Spain

King James and George Heriots Costly Fire (colour litho)
5988796 King James and George Heriots Costly Fire (colour litho) by Stewart, Allan (1865-1951); Private Collection; (add.info.: King James and George Heriots Costly Fire)

Portrait of King William III of England, William of Orange
6337248 Portrait of King William III of England, William of Orange by Rundall, Mary Ann (d.1839) (after); (add.info.: Portrait of King William III of England, William of Orange)

The West Coast of Africa, a Raid on James Town in Search of Fresh Food (engraving)
1062209 The West Coast of Africa, a Raid on James Town in Search of Fresh Food (engraving) by Durand, Godefroy (1832-1896); Private Collection; (add.info.: The West Coast of Africa)

King James taken with an ague (engraving)
7192599 King James taken with an ague (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: King James taken with an ague)

King James, Prince Charles, and Nigel (engraving)
6008833 King James, Prince Charles, and Nigel (engraving) by Chisholm, Alexander (1792/3-1847); Private Collection; (add.info.: King James, Prince Charles, and Nigel)

Dorothy Forster (engraving)
1061594 Dorothy Forster (engraving) by Green, Charles (1840-98) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dorothy Forster. Illustration for The Graphic)

The Title page to Robert Armins "The History of the Two Maids of
867814 The Title page to Robert Armins " The History of the Two Maids of More-clacke", 1609 (engraving) by English School

Monmouth before King James (engraving)
664850 Monmouth before King James (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Monmouth before King James)

M. William Shakespeare, his true chronicle history of the life and death of King Lear
2653532 M.William Shakespeare, his true chronicle history of the life and death of King Lear and his three daughters, 1608 by English School

The Twelfth of July in the North of Ireland (engraving)
1049218 The Twelfth of July in the North of Ireland (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Twelfth of July in the North of Ireland)

King James and his First Pipe (engraving)
2781226 King James and his First Pipe (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: King James and his First Pipe)

Titlepage of The Revengers Tragedy by Thomas Middleton, 1607
2653539 Titlepage of The Revengers Tragedy by Thomas Middleton, 1607 by English School, (17th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Le Feste des Trois Rois. n. d. Creator: Romeyn de Hooghe
Le Feste des Trois Rois.n.d. Satire of James II, Prince James, and Louis XIV in Paris

Head of a Crosier with the Depiction of the Lamb, 11th-12th century. Artist: West European Applied Art
Head of a Crosier with the Depiction of the Lamb, 11th-12th century. Found in the collection of State Hermitage, St. Petersburg

Cross from Bagergue. Artist: Anonymous
Cross from Bagergue. Found in the collection of Museu Nacional d Art de Catalunya, Barcelona

Apocalyptic Lamb (from Sant Climent de Taull). Artist: Master of Tahull (Master of Sant Climent de Taull)
Apocalyptic Lamb (from Sant Climent de Taull). Found in the collection of Museu Nacional d Art de Catalunya, Barcelona

Virginia Company colonial seal
Seal of the Virginia Company, with a portrait of King James I. Woodcut reproduction with a watercolor wash

PROY2A-00066
King James I of England, also known as James VI of Scotland. Hand-colored woodcut reproduction of a portrait

Source Size = 1818 x 2728
The Organ at St. Jamess Church, Piccadilly, Originally Constructed for King James Ii

Las Fiestas y Singulares, 1624 (engraving)
XJF909330 Las Fiestas y Singulares, 1624 (engraving) by French School, (17th century); Private Collection; French, out of copyright

King James leaves Ireland after defeat at the Battle of the Boyne, 1690 (etching)
XJF2639785 King James leaves Ireland after defeat at the Battle of the Boyne, 1690 (etching) by Schoonebeek, Adriaan (c.1658-1714); Private Collection; (add.info)

Route of James IIs Coronation Procession from Westminster Hall to Westminster Abbey
XJF2639695 Route of James IIs Coronation Procession from Westminster Hall to Westminster Abbey, 1685 (engraving) by English School

King Jamess troops are defeated at the Battle of the Boyne and flee, 1690 (etching)
XJF2639653 King Jamess troops are defeated at the Battle of the Boyne and flee, 1690 (etching) by Schoonebeek, Adriaan (c.1658-1714); Private Collection; (add.info)

Duc de Schomberg and Doctor Walker are killed at the Battle of the Boyne, 1690 (etching)
XJF2639652 Duc de Schomberg and Doctor Walker are killed at the Battle of the Boyne, 1690 (etching) by Schoonebeek, Adriaan (c.1658-1714); Private Collection; (add.info)

The garrison at Enniskillen defend the town from James II, 1689 (etching)
XJF2639651 The garrison at Enniskillen defend the town from James II, 1689 (etching) by Schoonebeek, Adriaan (c.1658-1714); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Kingdome of Scotland, engraved by Jodocus Hondius (1563-1612) from Theatre
XCF113485 The Kingdome of Scotland, engraved by Jodocus Hondius (1563-1612) from Theatre of the Empire of Great Britain, pub

Inigo Jones, English architect
Inigo Jones (1573-1652), English architect. Jones, who travelled abroad and was greatly influenced by Andrea Palladio, is known for bringing Italianate Renaissance architecture to England

PROY2A-00067
James I, King of Great Britain: also James VI of Scotland. Hand-colored engraving reproducing a painting

PGBR2A-00005
Guy Fawkes brought before King James I after discovery of the Gunpowder Plot, 1605. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

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"King James: A Complex Legacy of Power, Controversy, and Artistic Depictions" From the majestic Horse Monument on Plaza de Espana in Palma de Mallorca to the haunting etching depicting King James II overseeing the execution of Irish Protestants in 1689, this caption explores various facets of King James's life and reign. In one colorful lithograph titled "King James and George Heriots Costly Fire, " we witness a dramatic scene that showcases both opulence and destruction. This artwork captures a moment when fire ravaged George Heriot's School in Edinburgh during King James's time. Another intriguing piece is a portrait capturing his rival, William III of England, also known as William of Orange. The contrast between these two monarchs adds depth to understanding King James's rule. The engraving depicting a raid on Jamestown along the West Coast of Africa sheds light on his colonial ambitions. It reveals an aspect often overlooked - his involvement in expanding British influence beyond Europe. However, not all depictions are grand or heroic. One engraving portrays King James suffering from an ague, showcasing vulnerability amidst power. Similarly, another engraving shows him alongside Prince Charles and Nigel - perhaps highlighting familial dynamics within royalty. Dorothy Forster takes center stage in yet another engraving associated with King James' era. Who was she? What role did she play? These questions pique curiosity about lesser-known figures connected to this enigmatic king. "The History of the Two Maids" by Robert Armin offers insight into cultural influences during King James' reign through its title page illustration. It hints at theatrical productions that entertained audiences while reflecting societal values at the time. Monmouth before King James presents us with an intriguing encounter between two historical figures - Monmouth being a key player during times filled with political strife under this monarch's rule. Shakespeare himself enters our narrative through M. William Shakespeare's true chronicle history of the life and death of King Lear.