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One Hundred Pictures by Kyosai (image 6 of 6), between 1863 and 1866. Creator: Kawanabe Kyosai
One Hundred Pictures by Kyosai (image 6 of 6), between 1863 and 1866

One Hundred Pictures by Kyosai (image 3 of 6), between 1863 and 1866. Creator: Kawanabe Kyosai
One Hundred Pictures by Kyosai (image 3 of 6), between 1863 and 1866

Buddhist sacred texts and a roll of Sai-Sin (sacred thread), Life of Siddhartha Gautama, the Supreme Buddha, Geneva, Switzerland, Europe

Portrait of Oliver Cromwell, Lord Protector of the Commonwealth of England, Scotland and ireland, born 1599
6338621 Portrait of Oliver Cromwell, Lord Protector of the Commonwealth of England, Scotland and ireland, born 1599, began reign 1653 and beheaded 1658 by Armstrong

Portrait of King George the Second, King George II of England, born 1683, began reign 1727 and died 1760
6338633 Portrait of King George the Second, King George II of England, born 1683, began reign 1727 and died 1760 by Armstrong, Cosmo (fl.1800-36); (add.info.: Portrait of King George the Second)

Portrait of King James the First, King James I of England, born 1566, began reign 1603 and died 1625
6338617 Portrait of King James the First, King James I of England, born 1566, began reign 1603 and died 1625 by Armstrong, Cosmo (fl.1800-36); (add.info.: Portrait of King James the First)

Portrait of Queen Elizabeth I of England, Elizabeth the First, born 1533, began reign 1558 and died 1603
6338615 Portrait of Queen Elizabeth I of England, Elizabeth the First, born 1533, began reign 1558 and died 1603 by Armstrong

Portrait of King Henry the Sixth, Henry VI of England, born 1421, began reign 1422 and died 1471
6338600 Portrait of King Henry the Sixth, Henry VI of England, born 1421, began reign 1422 and died 1471 by Armstrong, Cosmo (fl.1800-36); (add.info.: Portrait of King Henry the Sixth)

Portrait of King Henry the Fifth, Henry V of England, born 1388, began reign 1413 and died 1422
6338598 Portrait of King Henry the Fifth, Henry V of England, born 1388, began reign 1413 and died 1422 by Armstrong, Cosmo (fl.1800-36); (add.info.: Portrait of King Henry the Fifth)

Portrait of King George the Third, King George III of England, born 1738, began reign 1760 and died 1820
6338634 Portrait of King George the Third, King George III of England, born 1738, began reign 1760 and died 1820 by Armstrong, Cosmo (fl.1800-36); (add.info.: Portrait of King George the Third)

Portrait of King Charles the Second, Charles II of England, born 1630, began reign 1660 and died 1685
6338623 Portrait of King Charles the Second, Charles II of England, born 1630, began reign 1660 and died 1685 by Armstrong, Cosmo (fl.1800-36); (add.info.: Portrait of King Charles the Second)

Portrait of King Edward the First, King Edward I of England, born 1239, began reign 1272 and died 1307
6339121 Portrait of King Edward the First, King Edward I of England, born 1239, began reign 1272 and died 1307 by Armstrong, Cosmo (fl.1800-36); (add.info.: Portrait of King Edward the First)

Portrait of King Henry the Third, Henry III of England, born 1207, began reign 1216 and died 1272
6339119 Portrait of King Henry the Third, Henry III of England, born 1207, began reign 1216 and died 1272 by Armstrong, Cosmo (fl.1800-36); (add.info.: Portrait of King Henry the Third)

Portrait of King Henry the First, Henry I of England, born 1068, began reign 1100 and died 1135
6339109 Portrait of King Henry the First, Henry I of England, born 1068, began reign 1100 and died 1135 by Armstrong, Cosmo (fl.1800-36); (add.info.: Portrait of King Henry the First)

Portrait of King William I the Conqueror, of England, born 1023, began reign 1066 and died 1087
6339105 Portrait of King William I the Conqueror, of England, born 1023, began reign 1066 and died 1087 by Armstrong, Cosmo (fl.1800-36); (add.info.: Portrait of King William I the Conqueror)

Portrait of King George the First, George I of England, born 1660, began reign 1714 and died 1727
6338631 Portrait of King George the First, George I of England, born 1660, began reign 1714 and died 1727 by Armstrong, Cosmo (fl.1800-36); (add.info.: Portrait of King George the First)

Portrait of Queen Anne of England, born 1664, began reign 1702 and died 1714
6338629 Portrait of Queen Anne of England, born 1664, began reign 1702 and died 1714 by Armstrong, Cosmo (fl.1800-36); (add.info.: Portrait of Queen Anne of England, born 1664)

Portrait of Queen Mary of England, Mary Queen of Scots, Bloody Mary, born 1516, began reign 1553 and died 1558
6338613 Portrait of Queen Mary of England, Mary Queen of Scots, Bloody Mary, born 1516, began reign 1553 and died 1558 by Armstrong, Cosmo (fl.1800-36); (add.info.: Portrait of Queen Mary of England)

Portrait of King Henry the Seventh, Henry VII of England, born 1457, began reign 1485 and died 1509
6338607 Portrait of King Henry the Seventh, Henry VII of England, born 1457, began reign 1485 and died 1509 by Armstrong, Cosmo (fl.1800-36); (add.info.: Portrait of King Henry the Seventh)

Portrait of King Richard the Third, Richard III of England, born 1450, began reign 1483 and died 1485
6338605 Portrait of King Richard the Third, Richard III of England, born 1450, began reign 1483 and died 1485 by Armstrong, Cosmo (fl.1800-36); (add.info.: Portrait of King Richard the Third)

Portrait of King William II of England, born 1056, began reign 1087 and died 1100
6339107 Portrait of King William II of England, born 1056, began reign 1087 and died 1100 by Armstrong, Cosmo (fl.1800-36); (add.info.: Portrait of King William II of England, born 1056)

Portrait of King Henry the Second, King Henry II of England, born 1132, began reign 1142 and died 1189
6339114 Portrait of King Henry the Second, King Henry II of England, born 1132, began reign 1142 and died 1189 by Armstrong, Cosmo (fl.1800-36); (add.info.: Portrait of King Henry the Second)

Portrait of King Edward the Fourth, Edward IV of England, born 1443, began reign 1461 and died 1483
6338601 Portrait of King Edward the Fourth, Edward IV of England, born 1443, began reign 1461 and died 1483 by Armstrong, Cosmo (fl.1800-36); (add.info.: Portrait of King Edward the Fourth)

Portrait of King Edward the Third, King Edward III of England, born 1312, began reign 1327 and died 1377
6338593 Portrait of King Edward the Third, King Edward III of England, born 1312, began reign 1327 and died 1377 by Armstrong, Cosmo (fl.1800-36); (add.info.: Portrait of King Edward the Third)

Portrait of King Stephen of England, born 1085, began reign 1135 and died 1154
6339113 Portrait of King Stephen of England, born 1085, began reign 1135 and died 1154 by Armstrong, Cosmo (fl.1800-36); (add.info.: Portrait of King Stephen of England, born 1085)

Portrait of King Edward the Sixth, Edward VI of England, born 1537, began reign 1547 and died 1553
6338611 Portrait of King Edward the Sixth, Edward VI of England, born 1537, began reign 1547 and died 1553 by Armstrong, Cosmo (fl.1800-36); (add.info.: Portrait of King Edward the Sixth)

Portrait of King Henry the Eighth, Henry VIII of England, born 1492, began reign 1509 and died 1547
6338609 Portrait of King Henry the Eighth, Henry VIII of England, born 1492, began reign 1509 and died 1547 by Armstrong, Cosmo (fl.1800-36); (add.info.: Portrait of King Henry the Eighth)

Portrait of King John of England, born 1165, began reign 1199 and died 1216
6339118 Portrait of King John of England, born 1165, began reign 1199 and died 1216 by Armstrong, Cosmo (fl.1800-36); (add.info.: Portrait of King John of England, born 1165)

Portrait of King Richard the First, King Richard I the Lionheart of England, born 1157, began reign 1189 and died 1199
6339116 Portrait of King Richard the First, King Richard I the Lionheart of England, born 1157, began reign 1189 and died 1199 by Armstrong

Portrait of King William the Third, King William III of England, born 1651, began reign 1689 and died 1702
6338627 Portrait of King William the Third, King William III of England, born 1651, began reign 1689 and died 1702 by Armstrong, Cosmo (fl.1800-36); (add.info.: Portrait of King William the Third)

Portrait of King Henry the Fourth, Henry IV of England, born 1367, began reign 1399 and died 1413
6338596 Portrait of King Henry the Fourth, Henry IV of England, born 1367, began reign 1399 and died 1413 by Armstrong, Cosmo (fl.1800-36); (add.info.: Portrait of King Henry the Fourth)

Portrait of King James the Second, James II of England, born 1633, began reign 1685 and died 1701
6338625 Portrait of King James the Second, James II of England, born 1633, began reign 1685 and died 1701 by Armstrong, Cosmo (fl.1800-36); (add.info.: Portrait of King James the Second)

Combined Title Page from Songs of Innocence and of Experience, plate 2 of Bentley Copy L
XYC145598 Combined Title Page from Songs of Innocence and of Experience, plate 2 of Bentley Copy L, c.1789-94 (relief etching, pen and w/c on paper) by Blake

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"Royal Chronicles: A Visual Journey Through English History" Step into the captivating world of English royalty with this beautifully illustrated book. Each page tells a story, bringing to life the intriguing lives and reigns of some of England's most notable kings and queens. From King Edward II, whose turbulent reign ended in tragedy as he was brutally murdered, to Oliver Cromwell, the Lord Protector who ruled during a time of political upheaval and ultimately met his own demise through beheading – their portraits offer glimpses into their complex personalities. The regal visage of King Charles I reminds us of his ill-fated rule that led to his execution in 1649. Meanwhile, the short-lived reign of young King Edward V is shrouded in mystery as he was smothered just months after ascending to the throne. King Richard II's portrait reflects both his opulent lifestyle and eventual downfall at the hands of those seeking power. In contrast, King George II's dignified image captures an era marked by stability and progress under his leadership. Discover the intellectual legacy left behind by King James I, whose reign saw significant advancements in literature and exploration. Queen Elizabeth I's iconic portrait showcases her strength and determination during a time when women were rarely seen as rulers. Delve into history further with depictions of King Henry VI, whose troubled reign witnessed civil war strife known as The Wars of Roses; or explore the heroic legacy left behind by King Henry V from Agincourt to Shakespearean fame. Finally, immerse yourself in an era defined by revolution with a glimpse into the life and times of King George III. His long-lasting reign encompassed both triumphs and challenges for England. With stunning illustrations capturing each monarch's essence alongside concise historical narratives accompanying every portrait - "Royal Chronicles" offers readers an immersive experience like no other. Embark on this visual journey through centuries past where royal stories unfold before your eyes.