James Ii And Vii Collection (#3)

James II proclaimed at Boston, 1685 (c1880). Artist: Whymper
James II proclaimed at Boston, 1685 (c1880). James II succeeded Charles II as King of England, Scotland and Ireland (and the North American colonies) in 1685

King James II of England (1633-1701) at La Trappe Abbey, Orne, France, 17th century (19th century). Print taken from Cassells Illustrated History of England, volume IV, published by Cassell, Petter

James II taking leave of Louis XIV, 1680s, (19th century). The French and English kings. From Cassells Illustrated History of England, Volume IV, (Cassell, Petter, Galpin and Co, London)

Reception of James II in Dublin, c1689, (19th century). From Cassells Illustrated History of England, Volume IV, (Cassell, Petter, Galpin and Co, London, Paris and New York, 19th century)

The three sons of Charles I, King of England, 1630s. Artist: Anthony van Dyck
The three sons of Charles I, King of England, 1630s. Portrait of the future King Charles II, future King James II, and Henry Stuart, Duke of Gloucester

Anne Hyde, Duchess of York, Mother of Mary II and Queen Anne, 1825. Artist:s Freeman
Lady Anne Hyde, Duchess of York (1637-1671), 1825. Anne was the first wife of King James II of England (they were married in 1660) and the mother of two queens: Mary II and Anne

King James II, 1787. From Harrisons Edition of Rapins History of England, by Paul Rapin de Thoyras. [John Harrison, London, 1787]

The Battle of the Boyne, 1850. Artist: John Leech
The Battle of the Boyne, 1850. A satirical illustration on the The Battle of the Boyne. The Battle of the Boyne was fought in Ireland for the English, Scottish and Irish thrones

Royal mandate to erase the name of Locke from the students of Christ Church, Oxford, 1684, (1894)
Royal mandate to erase the name of John Locke from the students of Christ Church, Oxford, 1684, (1894). Locke was expelled from the college after he fell under suspicion of involvement in the Rye

The Seven Bishops, c1902. When King James II issued his second Declaration of Indulgence in 1688 - the Seven Bishops petitioned the King against it

King James II receiving the French bribe, c1902. From Cassells Illustrated History of England, volume III (c1902)

King James II at the Abbey of La Trappe, France. After he was deposed in the Glorious Revolution of 1688, James II went into exile in France, where he was welcomed by Louis XIV

James II taking leave of Louis XIV of France, 1689. After he was deposed in the Glorious Revolution of 1688, James II went into exile in France, where he was welcomed by Louis XIV

Reception of James II in Dublin, 1689. After the Glorious Revolution of 1688, the parliaments of England and Scotland recognised William III and Mary as King and Queen

Anne Hyde, Duchess of York. Artist: P Lightfoot
Anne Hyde, Duchess of York. Anne Hyde (1637-1671) became the first wife of James, Duke of York, the future King James II. She was the mother of two later queens of England, Mary II and Anne

King James II (1633-1701) receiving news of the landing of the Prince of Orange, 1890. Artist: Edward Matthew Ward
King James II (1633-1701) receiving news of the landing of the Prince of Orange, 1890. From a supplement to The Graphic (29 March 1890. Found in the collection of the National Gallery, London

The Duke of York (1633-1701), the future King James II, 1808. Artist: W N Gardiner
The Duke of York (1633-1701), the future King James II, 1808. James II was King of Great Britain and Ireland from 1685 to 1688 and was the last Roman Catholic monarch to reign over Britain

The Monument of King James II of England, Chapel of the Scotch College, Paris. Artist: Bosc
The Monument of King James II of England, Chapel of the Scotch College, Paris. The monument was erected in 1703

Armour worn by James II at the Boyne, 1690 (1894). The Battle of the Boyne was fought in Ireland for the English, Scottish and Irish thrones

Title page of a Missal given by James II to John Brenan, 1894. Brenan was the Roman Catholic Archbishop of Cashel. From the Library of St Patricks Cathedral, Dublin

The three elder children of Charles I, c1640s, (19th century). Artist: J Burnett
The three elder children of Charles I, c1640s, (19th century). Portrait of King Charles II (right), King James II (centre), and Mary, Princess Royal (left), as children

James II of England, (18th century). Artist: Reynolds Grignion
James II of England, (18th century). Portrait of James (1633-1701), the second surviving son of King Charles I, who became king on the death of his brother, Charles II

King James II of England, (1787). Artist: John Goldar
King James II of England, (1787). Portrait of James (1633-1701), the second surviving son of King Charles I, who became king on the death of his brother, Charles II

King James II of England. Portrait of James (1633-1701), the second surviving son of King Charles I, who became king on the death of his brother, Charles II

King James II of England. Artist: Ravenet
King James II of England. Portrait of James (1633-1701), the second surviving son of King Charles I, who became king on the death of his brother, Charles II

King James II of England, (1801). Portrait of James (1633-1701), the second surviving son of King Charles I, who became king on the death of his brother, Charles II

King James II of England, (18th century). Artist: George Vertue
King James II of England, (18th century). Portrait of James (1633-1701)

James II, King of England, Scotland and Ireland. Artist: T Brown
James II, King of England, Scotland and Ireland. Portrait of James (1633-1701), the second surviving son of King Charles I, who became king on the death of his brother, Charles II

The coronation ceremony of James II in Westminster Hall, London, 1685 (c1905). Print published in Parliament Past and Present by Arnold Wright and Philip Smith, (London, c1905)

Anne Hyde, Duchess of York. Anne Hyde (1637-1671) became the first wife of James, Duke of York, the future King James II. She was the mother of two later queens of England, Mary II and Anne

James Stuart, Duke of York, (1822). Artist: Edward Smith
James Stuart, Duke of York, (1822). Portrait of King James II (1633-1701) as a child. James was the second surviving son of King Charles I, and became king on the death of his brother, Charles II

Duke of York, (1793). Artist: W N Gardiner
Duke of York, (1793). Portrait of King James II (1633-1701), the second surviving son of King Charles I, who became king on the death of his brother, Charles II

Letter from James II to his brother-in-law, Lawrence Hyde, late 17th century. Artist: King James II
Letter from James II to his brother-in-law, Lawrence Hyde, First Lord of the Treasury, late 17th century. Letter written, as Duke of York

Landing of William Orange, 1688 (c1850s). William of Orange landed at Brixham, Devon on 5 November 1688 to claim the thrones of England, Scotland and Ireland and overthrow James II

Mary of Modena, queen consort of King James II, (1907). Mary of Modena (1658-1718) was the second wife of King James II of England

James II of England and VII of Scotland, (1907). Portrait of James (1633-1701), the second surviving son of King Charles I, who became king on the death of his brother, Charles II

Statue of William of Orange commemorating the Battle of the Boyne
Statue of William of Orange (4 November 1650 - 8 March 1702) commemorating the Battle of the Boyne (1690) in Sandy Row. This battle was a crucial moment in James IIs

Miniature portrait of King James II of England as the Duke of York. Artist: Samuel Cooper
Miniature portrait of James II of England (1633-701) as the Duke of York. James II was deposed after a four year reign to make way for the Prince of Orange. From the V&A

Capture of James, Duke of Monmouth after the Battle of Sedgmoor, July 1685. James Scott, Duke of Monmouth (1649-1684) was the illegitimate son of Charles II

William of Orange landing with his army at Torbay, Devon, 5 November 1688. A protestant, William of Orange (1650-1702) was invited by a conspiracy of English notables to depose the Catholic James II

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"Exploring the Life and Legacy of James II: A Glimpse into History" Step back in time to Newmarket Race Course in 1940, where the spirit of James II still lingers. As we delve into his reigns alongside Charles I and II, from 1640 to 1686, we uncover a fascinating era marked by distinctive clothing styles. Immerse yourself in the fashion trends that defined this period through captivating portraits like "Portrait of Samuel Sewall, " showcasing periwig and long coat attire. Intriguingly captured in various depictions such as "James II (1935)" and "James II and Mary of Modena (1907), " we witness the regal presence of James II himself. His coronation dinner at Westminster Hall in 1685 comes alive through an enchanting image created by Samuel Moore in 1947, transporting us to a grand celebration fit for a king. Through engravings like "James II (engraving)" and "Union Street, from Castle Street, looking West, " we glimpse both royal authority and everyday life during James II's reign. The haunting beauty of Dunnottar Castle is revealed through a black-and-white photograph, reminding us of the historical backdrop against which these events unfolded. Delving deeper into history, explore significant artifacts such as the Great Seals of England spanning Queen Mary I to King George III. These engravings offer insight into the continuity and evolution of power throughout centuries. Lastly, let us not forget about Mary, queen consort to James II. Through lithographs like "Mary, queen of James II, " her influence on their shared legacy becomes apparent. Additionally, an engraving titled "James II and the church Donore" sheds light on his relationship with religion during this tumultuous time.