King James I Collection (#6)

Henry, Prince of Wales, eldest son of King James I, 1816. Artist: Robert Dunkarton
Henry, Prince of Wales, eldest son of King James I, (1816). The heir to the throne, Henry died in 1612 from typhoid fever. His brother Charles would succeed James as king instead

The family of King James I of England, Scotland and Ireland, (1816). Artist: Charles Turner
The family of King James I of England, Scotland and Ireland, (1816). His Majesty James I, King of England and his royal progeny, together with the family of the King of Bohemia

James I, King of Great Britain, 1816. Artist: Charles Turner
James I, King of Great Britain, 1816. James (1566-1625) became King of Scotland in 1567 and England in 1601. The son of Mary Queen of Scots

Anne of Denmark, queen consort of King James I of England and VI of Scotland, 1786. Artist: Goldar
Anne of Denmark, queen consort of King James I of England and VI of Scotland, 1786

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

James I of England. Artist: T Brown
James I of England. Portrait of King James (1566-1625), the first King of Great Britain. He ruled in Scotland as James VI from 1567

The entry of James I into London, c1603, (19th century). King James I ruled from 1603 until his death in 1625

James I of England, (1804). Artist: J Chapman
James I of England, (1804). Portrait of King James (1566-1625), the first King of Great Britain. He ruled in Scotland as James VI from 1567

James I of England, (1788). Artist: Heath
James I of England, (1788). Portrait of King James (1566-1625), the first King of Great Britain. He ruled in Scotland as James VI from 1567

James I of England and VI of Scotland, (1806). Artist: Bacquet
James I of England and VI of Scotland, (1806). Portrait of King James (1566-1625), the first King of Great Britain. He ruled in Scotland as James VI from 1567

James I, (19th century). Artist: Raddon
James I, (19th century). Portrait of King James I of England who was King James VI of Scotland, (1566-1625), and who came to the throne in 1603

James I of England. Portrait of King James (1566-1625), the first King of Great Britain. He ruled in Scotland as James VI from 1567

King James I, (1566-1625)
Portrait of King James I of England (and King James VI of Scotland, 1566-1625) who came to the throne in 1603

Letter from Queen Elizabeth I to James VI of Scotland, 5th January 1603. Artist: Queen Elizabeth I
Letter from Queen Elizabeth I to James VI of Scotland, 5th January 1603. Letter from Elizabeth I to James VI of Scotland (afterwards James I of England)

Kings of England. Artist: M Page
Kings of England. Portraits of James I, Charles I, James II, Charles II and William and Mary

Letter from James I to his son, Charles, Prince of Wales, 10th August 1623. Artist: King James I
Letter from James I to his son, Charles, Prince of Wales, 10th August 1623. Letter written from Cranborne by King James I to his son, the future King Charles I

Instructions from William III to Admiral Arthur Herbert, Whitehall, 16th March 1689. Artist: Daniel Finch
Instructions from William III to Admiral Arthur Herbert, Whitehall, 16th March 1689. Instructions from King William III to Admiral Arthur Herbert, afterwards Earl of Torrington

James VI of Scotland, James I of England and Ireland. Charles James (1566-1625) was King of England, King of Scotland, and King of Ireland and was the first to style himself King of Great Britain

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

The Uniting of Great Britain, c1632-1633. Artist: Peter Paul Rubens
The Uniting of Great Britain, c1632-1633. Rubens, Pieter Paul (1577-1640). Found in the collection of the State Hermitage, St. Petersburg

James I as a boy, (1907). Portrait of James I (1566-1625), king of England (1603-1625) and king of Scotland (1567-1625)

King James I (1907). Portrait of James I (1566-1625), king of England (1603-1625) and king of Scotland (1567-1625)

Jacobean Mansion Audley End, Essex, 20th century. Artist: CM Dixon
Jacobean Mansion Audley End, Essex, 20th century. Early 17th-century country house outside Saffron Walden, Essex in England

James I, King of England and Scotland, 1621. Artist: Daniel Mytens
James I, King of England and Scotland, 1621. James (1566-1625) became King of Scotland in 1567 and England in 1601. The son of Mary Queen of Scots

William Parker (Lord Monteagle), receiving letter of warning of the plot, 1605. Gunpowder Plot, Roman Catholic conspiracy to blow up English Houses of Parliament on 5 November 1605 when James I due

Arrest of Guy Fawkes in cellars of Parliament, 1605 (19th century). Gunpowder Plot, Roman Catholic conspiracy to blow up English Houses of Parliament on 5 November 1605 when James I due to open new

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"King James I: A Complex Figure in the Tapestry of History" In this captivating portrait by Isaac Oliver, King James I gazes confidently at the viewer, his regal presence emanating from every brushstroke. The c16th-century artwork captures the essence of a monarch who left an indelible mark on England's history. Surrounded by other notable figures, such as Arabella Stewart and Sir Edwin Sandys, we catch a glimpse of the intricate web that wove through James' reign. His court was filled with intrigue and power struggles, evident in portraits like these. One cannot discuss King James without mentioning the infamous Gunpowder Plot of 1605. Depicted here is Guy Fawkes and his co-conspirators, forever etched into history for their failed attempt to blow up Parliament. This event tested James' leadership skills and solidified his determination to maintain control over his kingdom. The portrait of Mary, Queen of Scots reminds us of one of the most significant events leading to James' ascension to power - her execution. As her son, he inherited not only her claim to the English throne but also her tumultuous legacy. Among those who supported him during his rule was Lord Howard of Effingham; Thomas Cockson's portrayal showcases a loyal subject whose allegiance helped shape England under James' reign. Another influential figure was George Villiers, 1st Duke Buckingham – a close confidant whose rise in power paralleled that of King James himself. This colored engraving depicting Kings and Queens highlights how King James I fit into England's royal lineage amidst Stuarts and House Orange rulers alike. His reign marked an era where political tensions ran high between monarchy and parliament – culminating in civil war years later. George Buchanan played a crucial role as tutor to young Prince Henry Stuart (James' eldest son), shaping both their lives profoundly.