Stuart James Charles Collection

Portrait of Sir Edwin Sandys, with turned-down ruff, c1560-1570, (1937). Creator: Unknown
Portrait of Sir Edwin Sandys, showing a turned-down ruff, the predecessor of the Vandyke collar. Reign of James I, c1560-1570, (1937). Edwin Sandys (1519-1588) English Archbishop

Portrait of Henry Hudson, English navigator in ruff, 1609, (1937). Creator: Unknown
Portrait of Henry Hudson, the English navigator, showing the ruff, reign of James I, 1609, (1937). Henry Hudson (c1565-1611) English sea explorer and navigator

Clothing during the Reigns of James I-Charles I 1607-1640, 1903, (1937). Creator: Sophie B Steel
Clothing during the Reigns of James I-Charles I 1607-1640, 1903, (1937). From " History of American Costume - Book One 1607-1800", by Elisabeth McClellan

Puritans Before James I, c1600, (1890). Creator: Unknown
Puritans Before James I, c1600, (1890). James VI and I (1566-1625) faced complicated religious challenges during his reigns in Scotland and England, in London

The apotheosis of James I in an oval at center, friezes with putti and garlands on either side, 1720

I. Oliver, (c1565-1617), 1830. Creator: Unknown
I. Oliver, (c1565-1617), 1830. Isaac Oliver (c1565-1617) English portrait miniature painter. Moved to England with Huguenot parents to escape Wars of Religion in France

Apotheosis of James I, with the king seated at the bottom, an eagle below him, two... ca. 1639-66
Apotheosis of James I, with the king seated at the bottom, an eagle below him, two angels holding a laurel above him, surrounded by putti, ca. 1639-66

Spoon with Seal of James I, London, 1624. Creator: Unknown
Spoon with Seal of James I, London, 1624

Spoon: James I Slipped in the Stalk Spoon, London, 1609. Creator: Unknown
Spoon: James I Slipped in the Stalk Spoon, London, 1609

King James I Uniting England and Scotland, 1632-33. Creator: Peter Paul Rubens
King James I Uniting England and Scotland, 1632-33. Sketch for ceiling of Banqueting House, Whitehall, Westminster, London. A young King James is seated on a raised throne in parliamentary robes

Cross Hilt Sword, hilt, British, London; blade, German, Solingen, 1600-1625. The most fashionable, worn by noblemen in England at the time of King James I

Snaphaunce Pistol Made for Wilhelm, Duke of Kurland, Scottish, dated 1615

Basket-Hilted Sword, British, 1600-1625. Creator: Unknown
Basket-Hilted Sword, British, 1600-1625. Believed to have belonged to Sir William Twysden (1566-1628), who was knighted by King James I in 1603

An allegorical scene showing the benefits of James reign at center, Wise Government trampling Rebellion at right, and Liberty trampling Avarice at left, 1720

James I appointing Charles as King of Scotland at center, Minerva spearing Ignorance at right, and Hercules beating Envy at left, 1720

Marriage procession for the wedding of Elizabeth Stuart, daughter of James I, and Frederick V, Elector Palatine, 14 February, 1613 or after

Front of Hatfield House, 1898. Creator: Unknown
Front of Hatfield House, 1898. Hatfield House built in 1611 by Robert Cecil, 1st Earl of Salisbury and Chief Minister to King James I, with gardens laid out by John Tradescant the elder

The Dining-Hall, Hatfield, 1898. Creator: Unknown
The Dining-Hall, Hatfield, 1898. Hatfield House built in 1611 by Robert Cecil, 1st Earl of Salisbury and Chief Minister to King James I. From " Our Own Country, Volume II"

Mytens, (c1590-1648), 1830. Creator: Unknown
Mytens, (c1590-1648), 1830. Daniel Mijtens (c1590-1648), knownas Daniel Mytens the Elder, Dutch portrait painter who spent most of his career working in England

Sr. H. Myddleton, (1560-1631), 1830. Creator: Unknown
Sr. H. Myddleton, (1560-1631), 1830. Sir Hugh Myddelton (1560-1631) Welsh clothmaker, entrepreneur, mine-owner, goldsmith, banker and self-taught engineer, appointed Royal Jeweller by King James I

Holland, (1552-1637), 1830. Creator: Unknown
Holland, (1552-1637), 1830. Philemon Holland (1552-1637) English schoolmaster, physician and translator, educated at Trinity College, Cambridge

B. Jonson, (c1572-1637), 1830. Creator: Unknown
B. Jonson, (c1572-1637), 1830. Benjamin Jonson (c1572-1637) English playwright and poet educated at Westminster School and the University of Cambridge who popularised the comedy of humours

Greville, (1554-1628), 1830. Creator: Unknown
Greville, (1554-1628), 1830. Fulke Greville (1554-1628) Elizabethan poet, dramatist, and statesman who sat in the House of Commons at various times between 1581 and 1621

James, (1566- 1625), 1830. Creator: Unknown
James, (1566- 1625), 1830. James VI and I (1566- 1625) King of Scotland as James VI from 1567 and King of England and Ireland as James I from 1603 until his death

Lancelot Andrews, (1555-1626), 1830. Creator: Unknown
Lancelot Andrews, (1555-1626), 1830. Lancelot Andrewes (1555-1626) English bishop and scholar, who held high positions in the Church of England during the reigns of Elizabeth I and James I

John Pym, c1620-1630, (1890). Creator: Unknown
John Pym, c1620-1630, (1890). John Pym (1584- 1643) English parliamentarian, leader of the Long Parliament and a prominent critic of Kings James I and then Charles I

The Room in Edinburgh Castle in Which James VI. Was Born, 1890. Creator: Unknown
The Room in Edinburgh Castle in Which James VI. Was Born, 1890. King James VI of Scotland was born at Edinburgh Castle on 19 June 1566. From " Cassells Illustrated Universal History, Vol

Jaques I Roy d Angleterre (King James I of England), ca. 1603 Creator: Karel van Mallery
Jaques I Roy d Angleterre (King James I of England), ca. 1603

James I, King of England, ca. 1616. Creator: Simon de Passe
James I, King of England, ca. 1616

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"Stuart James Charles: A Glimpse into the Reigns of Kings and Puritans" Step back in time with these captivating portraits and artifacts that shed light on the era of Stuart James Charles. From a striking portrait of Sir Edwin Sandys, adorned with a turned-down ruff, to an intriguing depiction of Puritans before the reign of James I, each piece invites us to explore this fascinating period. The apotheosis of James I takes center stage in one artwork, surrounded by friezes adorned with playful putti. This celestial portrayal showcases the elevated status and power held by this influential monarch. Henry Hudson, the renowned English navigator, is captured in another portrait wearing an elaborate ruff. His adventurous spirit echoes through time as we imagine his voyages across uncharted waters. Sophie B Steel's detailed illustrations transport us to a world where fashion during the reigns of James I and Charles I was opulent and extravagant. These depictions offer glimpses into the sartorial choices that defined this era. Lucas Vorsterman II's masterpiece portrays the apotheosis of James I once again but adds depth by placing him seated at its bottom while an eagle soars below him. Symbolism intertwines with artistry as we contemplate its meaning. Delicate spoons bearing seals from London provide insight into daily life during this period. One spoon dating back to 1624 bears King James I's seal while another from 1609 features his name slipped within its stalk—a testament to royal influence even in mundane objects. Peter Paul Rubens' grand painting captures King James I uniting England and Scotland—an important moment in history when two nations became one under his rule. The vibrant colors bring alive this significant event for all who gaze upon it. A cross hilt sword combining British craftsmanship with German blades reminds us that weaponry played a crucial role during Stuart times—both for defense and as symbols of power.