James Vi Collection (#5)

Chimneypiece with Arms of James I, circa 1606: from the Old Palace, Bromley-By-Bow, 1945. Bromley Old Palace was built in 1606 for James I

Robert Carr, 1st Earl of Somerset (c1587-1645), British politician, 1912
Robert Carr, 1st Earl of Somerset (c1587-1645), British politician and favourite of King James I of England. After a painting by John Hoskins (circa 1590-1665), c1625

A letter from Queen Elizabeth I (1533-1603) to King Jmaes VI (1566-1625), 1898. Artist: James Stillie
A letter from Queen Elizabeth I (1533-1603) to King Jmaes VI (1566-1625) on the death of Francis, Lord Russell (c1527-1585), 1585

John Maitland, 1st Lord Maitland of Thirlestane, (1537-1595), 1889. Artist: James Stillie
John Maitland, 1st Lord Maitland of Thirlestane, (1537-1595), Lord Chancellor of Scotland. King James VI and I (1566-1625) had such a respect to him, that he made the epitaph engraven on his tomb

Memorial by the Earl of Morton on resigning the Regency, March 1578, 1889. Artist: James Stillie
Memorial letter by the Earl of Morton on resigning the Regency, March 1578. James Douglas, 4th Earl of Morton (c1516-1581)

Mary, Queen of Scots (1542-1587) and King James VI and I (1566-1625), 1889
Engraving depicting Mary, Queen of Scots (1542-1587) and her son later King James VI and I (1566-1625). From Illustrations of Scottish History published by Edinburgh: James Stillie, 1889

A Gentleman of the Stuart Period, (17th century), c1910
A Gentleman of the Stuart Period, c1910. The Stuart period usually refers to the period between 1603 and 1714 and sometimes from 1371 in Scotland

Robert Cecil (c1563-1612), 1st Earl of Salisbury, English statesman, 1912
Robert Cecil (c1563-1612), 1st Earl of Salisbury, English statesman. The son of William Cecil, Lord Burghley, chief advisor to Elizabeth I

Queen Marys Descent from James I, 1910. Family tree showing the ancestry of Mary of Teck, Queen Consort of King George V of the United Kingdom. A print from The Sphere, 21st May 1910

Puritans before James I, 17th century (c1880). James and his son and successor Charles I sided with the established church against the Puritans

Anne of Denmark (1665-1714), queen consort of King James I, 1851. Artist: WH Mote
Anne of Denmark (1665-1714), queen consort of King James I, 1851. From Biographical Sketches of the Queens of Great Britain, from the Norman Conquest to the Reign of Victoria

King James I of England (1566-1625), 1793. From a bronze bust in the Banqueting House of Whitehall Palace

William Herbert, 3rd Earl of Pembroke, (1580-1630), 1824. Artist: J Jenkins
William Herbert, 3rd Earl of Pembroke, (1580-1630), 1824. Herbert was chancellor of the University of Oxford and he co-founded Pembroke College, Oxford, with King James I of England

Henry, Prince of Wales, son of King James I, 1784. From Harrisons Edition of Rapins History of England, by Paul Rapin de Thoyras. [John Harrison, London, 1784]

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

Anne of Denmark (1574-1619), queen consort of King James I, 1786. Artist: John Goldar
Anne of Denmark (1574-1619), queen consort of King James I, 1786. Anne married James in 1589 and bore him three children who survived infancy, including the future King Charles I

Room from the Old Palace at Bromley-By-Bow, 1908. Bromley Old Palace was built in 1606 for James I. This was the parlour of the house and is now housed in the Victoria & Albert Museum, London

The Jack, c1910s(?). The Flag of St George with St Andrew and we have The Jack as ordered by James 1st, who always signed his name Jacques hence the name Union Jack. Lantern slide

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

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

James VI and I (1566-1625), King of Scotland, 1595. Artist: Vanson, Adrian (?-c. 1602)
James VI and I (1566-1625), King of Scotland, 1595. Found in the collection of the National Gallery of Scotland, Edinburgh

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)

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

Drawings Prints, Print, James VI, King Scotland, Artist, Sitter, Pieter, de, Jode
Drawings and Prints, Print, James VI, King of Scotland, Artist, Sitter, Pieter de Jode I, James I, King of England, Scotland and Ireland, Netherlandish, Antwerp 1570-Antwerp 1634

Illustration of James VI of Scotland

James VI, illustration from Iconographia Scotia, or Portraits of Illustrious
XJF495483 James VI, illustration from Iconographia Scotia, or Portraits of Illustrious Persons of Scotland by John Pinkerton, published 1797 (engraving) by Scottish School

James VI of Scotland, print published by H. Jacopsen, 1618 (engraving)
XJF486398 James VI of Scotland, print published by H. Jacopsen, 1618 (engraving) by Critz, John de (1555-1641) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Procession for the wedding of Frederick V, Elector Palatine and Princess Elizabeth, c
XJF377223 Procession for the wedding of Frederick V, Elector Palatine and Princess Elizabeth, c.1613 (engraving) by Hogenberg

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"James VI: A Complex Figure in the 16th Century" In this captivating portrait by Isaac Oliver, we see James VI of Scotland, later known as James I of England and Ireland. The painting showcases his regal presence and commanding gaze, reflecting his powerful reign during the late 16th century. Another intriguing portrait from the same era is that of Arabella Stewart. Painted with meticulous detail, it captures her beauty and elegance, hinting at a potential romantic connection between her and James VI. Sir Edwin Sandys' portrait adds to the tapestry of influential figures surrounding James VI. With his turned-down ruff, he exudes sophistication and intellect – qualities that were highly valued during this period. The infamous Gunpowder Plot led by Guy Fawkes in 1605 also marks an important event during James's rule. This historical moment challenged his authority but ultimately showcased his resilience as a leader. Mary, Queen of Scots' portrait further emphasizes the complex dynamics within James's family history. Her image reflects both strength and vulnerability – a reminder of their intertwined destinies. Lord Howard of Effingham's depiction reveals another key figure who played a significant role in shaping James's reign. Thomas Cockson masterfully captures Lord Howard's dignified demeanor, highlighting his influence on political affairs. George Villiers, 1st Duke of Buckingham – one cannot discuss James without mentioning this charismatic courtier whose close relationship with the king raised eyebrows among many nobles. George Buchanan was another influential figure who left an indelible mark on King James through education and mentorship. His intellectual prowess greatly influenced not only the monarch but also Scottish society as a whole. The Puritans Before James I painting offers insight into religious tensions prevalent during this time period. It depicts contrasting ideologies that often clashed with King James's more moderate approach to governance. "The Apotheosis of the Duke of Buckingham" symbolizes how some individuals were elevated to almost godlike status during James's reign.