Paulus Van Somer Collection

Mary Sidney, Countess of Pembroke, c1600, (1942). Creator: Paulus van Somer
Mary Sidney, Countess of Pembroke, c1600, (1942). Portrait of author, playwright and poet Mary Sidney Herbert (1561-1621)

Charles I (1600-1649) when Prince of Wales, 1619-1621. Creators: Hendrick van Steenwijck the Elder, Daniel Mytens
Charles I (1600-1649) when Prince of Wales, 1619-1621

Portrait of Paul van Somer, Flemish artist and court painter to King James I of England, circa 1577-1621
6338898 Portrait of Paul van Somer, Flemish artist and court painter to King James I of England, circa 1577-1621 by Thomson, J

James I, 1620, (1943). Creator: Unknown
James I, 1620, (1943). Portrait of James I and VI (1566-1625), King of England and Scotland. James sponsored the publication of the King James Version of the Bible

Lodowick Stuart, Duke of Richmond. From the original of Van Somer, in the collection
Lodowick Stuart, Duke of Richmond, (early-mid 19th century). Portrait of Scottish nobleman and politician Ludovic Stewart, 2nd Duke of Lennox and 1st Duke of Richmond (1574-1624)

Francis, Lord Cottington, (early-mid 19th century). Creator: John Cochran
Francis, Lord Cottington, (early-mid 19th century). Portrait of English statesman Francis Cottington, 1st Baron Cottington (1578-1652), Lord High treasurer

King James I and VI. 1603, (1904). Artist: Paulus van Somer
King James I. and VI. 1603, (1904). James VI and I (19 June 1566 - 27 March 1625) was King of Scotland as James VI from 24 July 1567 and King of England

King James I of England and VI. of Scotland, 1620, (1904). Artist: Paulus van Somer
King James I of England and VI. of Scotland, 1620, (1904). James I and VI (1566-1625), King of England and Scotland. From the Royal Collection Trust, Windsor Castle. From James I. and VI, by T. F

Francis Bacon, Viscount St. Albans, c1600, (1904). Artist: Paulus van Somer
Francis Bacon, Viscount St. Albans, c1600, (1904). From James I. and VI, by T. F. Henderson. [Goupil & Co. Paris, Edinburgh, New York, London, 1904]

James I. (Hampton Court Palace), c1620, (1903). Artist: Paulus van Somer
James I. (Hampton Court Palace), c1620, (1903). James I and VI (1566-1625). The portrait is part of the Royal Collection Trust, Windsor Castle. From Social England, Volume IV, edited by H.D

Anne of Denmark, Queen of England, Wife of James 1st, 19th century. Artist: Edmund Thomas Parris
Anne of Denmark, Queen of England, Wife of James 1st, 19th century. After Paul van Somer (c1577-1621). From The Connoisseur Volume VI. [Otto Limited, London, 1903]

James I of England, 17th century. Artist: George Vertue
James I of England, 17th century. Portrait of King James (1566-1625), the first King of Great Britain. He ruled in Scotland as James VI from 1567

Lady Arabella Stuart, Duchess of Somerset, (1826). Artist: TA Dean
Lady Arabella Stuart, Duchess of Somerset, (1826). Portrait of Lady Arabella (1575-1615) wearing an elaborate lace ruff. The Duchess was an English Renaissance noblewoman who was considered a

James, 2nd Marquis of Hamilton, (1828). Artist: Paulus van Somer
James, 2nd Marquis of Hamilton, (1828). Hamilton (1589-1625) was a Scottish politician

James I, King of England and Scotland, 1860. Artist: WJ Edwards
James I, King of England and Scotland, 1860. James (1566-1625) became King of Scotland in 1567 and England in 1601. The son of Mary Queen of Scots

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Paulus van Somer, a Flemish artist and court painter to King James I of England, was known for his exquisite portraits that captured the essence and grandeur of his subjects. One such subject was Mary Sidney, Countess of Pembroke, whose portrait he painted in c1600. The painting showcases her regal beauty and intelligence, reflecting her influential role in the Elizabethan era. Van Somer's own portrait is a testament to his skill as an artist. Painted circa 1577-1621, it reveals a man with a keen eye for detail and an ability to capture the essence of his subjects. His work caught the attention of King James I himself, who appointed him as his court painter. This prestigious position allowed Van Somer to create stunning portraits of royalty and nobility. Among these notable figures was Lodowick Stuart, Duke of Richmond. Van Somer's original painting captures the duke's commanding presence and aristocratic demeanor. Another captivating portrait by Van Somer is that of Francis Lord Cottington from the early-mid 19th century. In this piece, he masterfully depicts Cottington's dignified expression and refined features. Van Somer also had the privilege to paint King James I on multiple occasions. His paintings from 1603 and 1620 showcase both sides of James' personality - one portraying him as a powerful ruler at Hampton Court Palace while another captures his more relaxed side during leisure time. Not limited to royalty alone, Van Somer also painted influential intellectuals like Francis Bacon Viscount St Albans around c1600. This particular artwork highlights Bacon's intellectual prowess through its meticulous details. In addition to capturing individuals' likenesses flawlessly, Van Somer also depicted significant historical events through artistry; one example being Anne of Denmark Queen Of England (wife Of James 1st). Painted in the 19th century by Edmund Thomas Parris, the portrait showcases Anne's elegance and grace.