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King James II of England, James VII of Scotland, Jacques II Roy d'Angleterre. In wig, lace kerchief, chain with figure of St. George and the dragon. Vignette shows a Roman emperor losing his crown to a soldier
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King James II of England, James VII of Scotland, Jacques II Roy d'Angleterre. In wig, lace kerchief, chain with figure of St. George and the dragon. Vignette shows a Roman emperor losing his crown to a soldier
5913180 King James II of England, James VII of Scotland, Jacques II Roy d'Angleterre. In wig, lace kerchief, chain with figure of St. George and the dragon. Vignette shows a Roman emperor losing his crown to a soldier. Copperplate engraving by Jean Audran after Adriaen van der Werff from Isaac de Larrey's Histoire d'Angleterre, d'Ecosse et d'Irlande, Amsterdam, 1730. by Werff, Adriaan van der (1659-1722) (after); (add.info.: King James II of England, James VII of Scotland.); © Florilegius
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Adriaen Van Der Werff Chain D Ecosse Et D Irlande Dragon European History George Histoire D Angleterre Historical Person Isaac De Larrey James Vii Of Scotland Kerchief King James Ii Of England Roman Emperor Vignette Jean Audran
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This print showcases King James II of England, also known as James VII of Scotland and Jacques II Roy d'Angleterre. The king is depicted wearing an elegant wig, a lace kerchief, and a chain adorned with the figure of St. George slaying the dragon. The vignette accompanying the portrait depicts a powerful scene from history where a Roman emperor surrenders his crown to a courageous soldier. Created by Jean Audran after Adriaen van der Werff's original artwork, this copperplate engraving is part of Isaac de Larrey's Histoire d'Angleterre, d'Ecosse et d'Irlande published in Amsterdam in 1730. The intricate details and skillful craftsmanship bring to life the rich history surrounding King James II. The image transports us back to the 18th century, offering us a glimpse into European history through this remarkable portrait. The decorative border featuring foliage adds an artistic touch to this historical piece. Brought to you by Bridgeman Images via Fine Art Finder, this print captures not only the essence of King James II but also provides insight into the political climate and power dynamics during his reign. It serves as both an educational tool for those interested in European history and as an exquisite decorative piece for any art enthusiast's collection.
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