Richard Of York Collection

Choosing The Red and White Roses in the Temple Garden, 1910. Creator: Henry Payne
Choosing The Red and White Roses in the Temple Garden, 1910

Queen Margaret placing a paper crown on the head of the Duke of York, c1450-c1460 (18th century(?)). Artist: Brown
Queen Margaret placing a paper crown on the head of the Duke of York, c1450-c1460 (18th century(?)). Margaret of Anjou (1430-1482), Queen Consort of Henry VI of England with Richard Plantagenet

The Battle of Towton, 29 March 1461, (c1920). The Battle of Towton (1461) took place near Towton in Yorkshire and was one of the bloodiest ever battles fought in Britain

"Richard III and the Children of Edward IV." - from a painting by Richard Stilke, 1860. Creator: Unknown
"Richard III and the Children of Edward IV." - from a painting by Richard Stilke, 1860. M. Stilke...has paid especial attention to the writings of our immortal Shakspeare;

The Death of Mortimer. (mid 19th century). Creator: J Rogers
The Death of Mortimer. (mid 19th century). Scene from Shakespeares " Henry VI", (act II scene V). Richard Plantagenet enters a cell in the Tower of London to find Edmund Mortimer lying

Margaret of Anjou, (1430-1482), 1830. Creator: Unknown
Margaret of Anjou, (1430-1482), 1830. Margaret of Anjou (1430-1482) of the House of Valois. Queen of England by marriage to King Henry VI from 1445-1461

The Marriage of Richard Duke of York. (Brother to Edward V. ), 1478, (1821), (mid 19th century)
The Marriage of Richard Duke of York. (Brother to Edward V.), 1478, (1821), (mid 19th century). Engraving after a painting made in 1821, depicting the marriage of Richard of Shrewsbury

Henry VI of England and the Dukes of York and Somerset, 1450 (1864). After returning from Ireland, Richard, Duke of York (1411-1460), is surprised to find Edmund Beaufort (1406-1455)

Henry VI and the Dukes of York and Somerset, 1450 (1864). Artist: James William Edmund Doyle
Henry VI and the Dukes of York and Somerset, 1864. Henry VI, (1421-1471) with Richard of York, 3rd Duke of York (1411-1460) and John Beaufort, 1st Duke of Somerset, ( From A Chronicle of England B.C)

Quarrel between Somerset and York, . Artist: John Leech
Quarrel between Somerset and York, c1860, (c1860). Edmund Beaufort, 2nd Duke of Somerset, (1406- 1455) and Richard of York

Plate LXXXIII - Sir Richard Plantagenet, Duke of York, K. G. 1475-1483, 1872
Plate LXXXIII - Sir Richard Plantagenet, Duke of York, K.G. 1475-1483, 1872. From a plate in St Georges Chapel, Windsor Castle

The Queen Dowager of Edward IV parting with her son, the Duke of York, 1483 (1793)
Elizabeth Woodville, the Queen Dowager of Edward IV, parting with her son, the Duke of York, 1483 (1793). From Ashburtons History of England, by Charles Alfred Ashburton. [W. & J

Richard, Duke of York, c1850. Richard Plantagenet (1411-1460), claimant to the English throne and father of Edward IV and Richard III

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"Richard of York: A Tragic Tale Unveiled Through Art" Step into the world of Richard of York, a figure shrouded in mystery and tragedy. Through a collection of captivating artworks, we delve into the tumultuous life and untimely demise of this historical enigma. In Paul de la Roche's "The Young Princes in the Tower, " painted in 1831, we witness the haunting image that has fascinated historians for centuries. Two innocent young boys, Edward V and his brother Richard Duke of York, stand imprisoned within the confines of their own destiny. Queen Margaret's actions take center stage as she places a paper crown on the head of the Duke of York in Brown's painting from c1450-c1460. This symbolic act foreshadows an impending storm that would engulf England during the Wars of Roses. "The Battle of Towton, " depicted around 1920, captures one pivotal moment during these bloody conflicts. The clash between Lancaster and York forces resulted in a decisive victory for Richard's faction, securing his claim to power but at great cost. J Rogers' portrayal titled "The Death of Mortimer" transports us to another tragic event. Mortimer was not only Richard's ally but also his potential successor; however, fate had different plans as he met an untimely end. Lord Clifford's ruthless act is immortalized by Otto von Corvin and Wilhelm Held in their engraving depicting "Murder Of The Young Edmund. " Lord Clifford slays Edmund Rutland after the Battle Wakefield - an act that sends shockwaves through history. Henry Payne brings to life a poignant scene with "Choosing The Red And White Roses In The Temple Garden. " Here we witness how alliances were formed or broken amidst political turmoil – choices that would shape Richard’s destiny forever. Unknown artist’s work titled "The Burial Of The Princes In The Tower" sheds light on one enduring mystery surrounding Richard of York.