James Charles Stuart 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

James I of England (1566-1625), c17th century. Creator: John de Critz the Elder
James I of England (1566-1625), c17th century

James I of England (1566-1625), c1603. Creator: John de Critz the Elder
James I of England (1566-1625), c1603

James I, (c1911). Creator: Unknown
James I, (c1911). King James I of England, James VI of Scotland. From a painting by Paul Van Somer. In the National Portrait Gallery'

Robert Cecil, Earl of Salisbury, Secretary of State and Lord Treasurer to King James I; Obit 1612. From From "Portraits of characters illustrious in British History from the beginning of

'Elizabeth, Queen of Bohemia and Daughter of James 1st; Obit 1662, 1813. Creator: Robert Dunkarton
Elizabeth, Queen of Bohemia and Daughter of James 1st; Obit 1662, 1813. From From "Portraits of characters illustrious in British History from the beginning of the reign of Henry the Eighth to

James I, King of Great Britain. Creator: Christoffel van Sichem I
James I, King of Great Britain

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

King James rescued from the New River, 1897. Creator: John Leech
King James rescued from the New River, 1897. King James I of England (1566-1625) granted a charter in 1604 for the design and construction of the New River

Tomb of the Infant Daughter of James I, in Westminster Abbey, 1857. Creator: Unknown
Tomb of the Infant Daughter of James I, in Westminster Abbey, 1857. Sophia Stuart, daughter of King James VI and I and Anne of Denmark, was born on 22 June 22 1606 and died the next day, on 23 June

James VI of Scotland, James I of England, James Charles Stuart. Jacques Premier
5913164 James VI of Scotland, James I of England, James Charles Stuart. Jacques Premier. In lace ruff collar, coat and doublet, sash with figure of St. George and the dragon

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

Old Slains (b / w photo)
7191188 Old Slains (b/w photo) by Porter, James (1874-1937); Private Collection; (add.info.: Old Slains. Illustration for Porters Views of Aberdeen and District (James Porter, Aberdeen, c 1905)

Union Street, from Castle Street, looking West (b / w photo)
7191264 Union Street, from Castle Street, looking West (b/w photo) by Porter, James (1874-1937); Private Collection; (add.info.: Union Street, from Castle Street, looking West)

James VI and I, King of England and Scotland
7243336 James VI and I, King of England and Scotland by Delaram, Francis (c.1590-1627) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: James VI and I, 1566-1625)

King James I (engraving)
7147335 King James I (engraving) by English School, (18th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: King James I (1566-1625)

Great Seals of England from Queen Mary I to King George III (engraving)
7147313 Great Seals of England from Queen Mary I to King George III (engraving) by English School, (18th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Hampton Court Palace: King James I and his son Charles feasting the Spanish Ambassadors, 18 November 1623 (engraving)
7179065 Hampton Court Palace: King James I and his son Charles feasting the Spanish Ambassadors, 18 November 1623 (engraving) by English School

Guy Fawkes et Jacques Ier (engraving)
7194577 Guy Fawkes et Jacques Ier (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Guy Fawkes et Jacques Ier)

King James VI of Scotland (engraving)
7185515 King James VI of Scotland (engraving) by Elstrack, Renold (1570-1625); Private Collection; (add.info.: King James VI of Scotland (1566-1625)

Elisabeth of the Palatinate, daughter of Frederick V, Elector Palatine, and Elizabeth Stuart (engraving)
7185463 Elisabeth of the Palatinate, daughter of Frederick V, Elector Palatine, and Elizabeth Stuart (engraving) by English School

Oak Chimney Piece, James I (coloured engraving)
7159303 Oak Chimney Piece, James I (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Oak Chimney Piece, James I)

King James VI and I, c. 1605 (oil on panel)
3928564 King James VI and I, c.1605 (oil on panel) by Critz, John de, the Elder (c.1552-1642); Private Collection; (add.info.: King James (1566-1625) VI of Scotland

A New Collection of English Coins from Henry IV to George III, Accurately taken from the Originals (engraving)
7170164 A New Collection of English Coins from Henry IV to George III, Accurately taken from the Originals (engraving) by English School

Marie Stuart Devant le Berceau de Son Fils (engraving)
7194566 Marie Stuart Devant le Berceau de Son Fils (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Marie Stuart Devant le Berceau de Son Fils)

Death of James VI and I, King of England, Scotland and Ireland, 1625 (engraving)
7185517 Death of James VI and I, King of England, Scotland and Ireland, 1625 (engraving) by Hollar, Wenceslaus (1607-77) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Death of James VI and I)

James VI and I, King of England, Scotland and Ireland (engraving)
7185514 James VI and I, King of England, Scotland and Ireland (engraving) by Faithorne, William (1616-91) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: James VI and I, King of England)

King James the Fifth (engraving)
7183671 King James the Fifth (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: King James the Fifth)

Elizabeth Howard, Countess of Arundel (engraving)
7185398 Elizabeth Howard, Countess of Arundel (engraving) by Hollar, Wenceslaus (1607-77) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Elizabeth Howard, Countess of Arundel, wife of Henry Howard)

English coins from the reign of King Henry IV to that of George III (engraving)
7147357 English coins from the reign of King Henry IV to that of George III (engraving) by English School, (18th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Prince Maurice, fourth son of Frederick V, Elector Palatine and Elizabeth Stuart
7185546 Prince Maurice, fourth son of Frederick V, Elector Palatine and Elizabeth Stuart, Royalist soldier in the English Civil War (etching) by English School

Frederick I, King of Bohemia, and his Queen, Elizabeth Stuart, daughter of King James I (engraving)
7185468 Frederick I, King of Bohemia, and his Queen, Elizabeth Stuart, daughter of King James I (engraving) by Moncornet, Balthazar (c.1600-68); Private Collection; (add.info.: Frederick I)

Seats at Knole, James I (coloured engraving)
7159298 Seats at Knole, James I (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Seats at Knole, James I)

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

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

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

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"James Charles Stuart: The Enigmatic Monarch and His Time" Step back in time to the era of James Charles Stuart, a fascinating figure who ruled as both James VI of Scotland and James I of England. This captivating portrait by Sir Edwin Sandys showcases his regal presence, with a turned-down ruff adding an air of sophistication. Intriguingly, this enigma was surrounded by Puritans before ascending to the throne. A glimpse into their world is captured in another mysterious artwork from 1600, shedding light on the religious tensions that shaped his reign. As King James VI of Scotland transitioned into becoming James I of England, he embraced lavish attire befitting his new status. Adorned in a lace ruff collar and coat with a doublet, he exuded power and authority. The sash featuring St. George slaying the dragon symbolized his valorous spirit. The apotheosis of James I immortalizes him at the center stage, elevated to divine status amidst friezes adorned with playful putti. This depiction highlights not only his grandeur but also hints at the complexities surrounding his rule. I. Oliver's striking portrayal captures the essence of this multifaceted monarch whose reign spanned from 1565 to 1617. It serves as a reminder that behind every powerful ruler lies layers waiting to be unraveled. Henry Hudson, an English navigator during this period, is depicted wearing an elegant ruff collar in another intriguing artwork from 1609. His exploration endeavors mirrored the ambition and curiosity prevalent during James' reign. Clothing during this era underwent significant transformations under James' influence. Sophie B Steel's meticulous illustrations provide us with glimpses into fashion trends between 1607-1640 - a testament to how style evolved alongside political changes. Notably, even kings face perilous situations; John Leech's illustration depicts King James being rescued from the New River, reminding us that power does not guarantee safety.