James Vii Collection

A state saddle and two saddle bags used by James II, c.1686 (embroidery on silk velvet)
7141209 A state saddle and two saddle bags used by James II, c.1686 (embroidery on silk velvet); Parham House, West Sussex

James II (engraving)
8652444 James II (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: James II. Illustration for Zigzag Journeys in Acadia and New France by Hezekiah Butterworth)

Miniature portrait of James, Duke of York (1633-1701), later King James II. c.1670 (watercolour, gilt, velvet)
7337527 Miniature portrait of James, Duke of York (1633-1701), later King James II. c.1670 (watercolour, gilt, velvet) by Cooper, Samuel (1609-72); 7.8x6.4 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

The Reception of Charles II and his Brothers, 1671 (oil on canvas)
490288 The Reception of Charles II and his Brothers, 1671 (oil on canvas) by Meunincxhove, Jan Baptist van (fl.1644-1703); 199x249 cm; Groeningemuseum, Bruges

James II (engraving)
1733912 James II (engraving) by English School; (add.info.: James VII and II (14 October 1633 O.S. - 16 September 1701) was King of England and Ireland as James II

Union Street, from Castle Street, looking West (b / w photo)
7191264 Union Street, from Castle Street, looking West (b/w photo) by Porter, James (1874-1937); Private Collection; (add.info.: Union Street, from Castle Street, looking West)

Dunnottar Castle (b / w photo)
7191193 Dunnottar Castle (b/w photo) by Porter, James (1874-1937); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dunnottar Castle. Illustration for Porters Views of Aberdeen and District (James Porter, Aberdeen)

Great Seals of England from Queen Mary I to King George III (engraving)
7147313 Great Seals of England from Queen Mary I to King George III (engraving) by English School, (18th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Mary, queen of James II (litho)
7181378 Mary, queen of James II (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mary, queen of James II. Engraver: Beckett)

James II and the church of Donore (engraving)
7200098 James II and the church of Donore (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: James II and the church of Donore)

A New Collection of English Coins from Henry IV to George III, Accurately taken from the Originals (engraving)
7170164 A New Collection of English Coins from Henry IV to George III, Accurately taken from the Originals (engraving) by English School

Battle of the Boyne, Ireland, 1690 (engraving)
7149423 Battle of the Boyne, Ireland, 1690 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustration from A Series of Prints of English History)

Battle of the Boyne, Ireland, 1690 (engraving)
7147321 Battle of the Boyne, Ireland, 1690 (engraving) by English School, (18th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Battle of the Boyne, Ireland, 1690)

King James II (engraving)
7147326 King James II (engraving) by English School, (18th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: King James II (1633-1701)

King James II receiving intelligence of the planned invasion by William of Orange, 1688 (engraving)
7149422 King James II receiving intelligence of the planned invasion by William of Orange, 1688 (engraving) by English School

English coins from the reign of King Henry IV to that of George III (engraving)
7147357 English coins from the reign of King Henry IV to that of George III (engraving) by English School, (18th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Abdiction of James II (engraving)
7192590 Abdiction of James II (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Abdiction of James II)

Louis XIV taking leave of James II (engraving)
7192582 Louis XIV taking leave of James II (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Louis XIV taking leave of James II)

James II (litho)
7181467 James II (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: James II. Engraver: Tempest. Illustration for British Mezzotinto Portraits by John Chaloner Smith)

James II and VII, King of England, Scotland and Ireland, when Duke of York (engraving)
7185605 James II and VII, King of England, Scotland and Ireland, when Duke of York (engraving) by English School, (17th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: James II and VII)

James II and VII, King of England, Scotland and Ireland, when Duke of York (etching)
7185603 James II and VII, King of England, Scotland and Ireland, when Duke of York (etching) by English School, (17th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: James II and VII)

Jacques II en Ecosse (engraving)
7179429 Jacques II en Ecosse (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Jacques II en Ecosse)

King William III (1650-1702) at the Battle of the Boyne
TPG98872 King William III (1650-1702) at the Battle of the Boyne, 1st of July 1690 (colour engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Order of Cavalcade at the Opening of the First Parliament of James VII (engraving)
5202839 Order of Cavalcade at the Opening of the First Parliament of James VII (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Scottish Coins, Charles II, James VII (b / w photo)
6003829 Scottish Coins, Charles II, James VII (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Scottish Coins, Charles II, James VII)

James VII (engraving)
669962 James VII (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: James VII. Illustration for The Pictorial History of Scotland by James Taylor (Virtue, 1859)

After he was deposed in the Glorious Revolution of 1688, James II went into exile in France, where he was welcomed by his cousin Louis XIV

The reception of James II in Dublin, 1698. After he was deposed in the Glorious Revolution of 1688, James II went into exile in France, where he was welcomed by his cousin Louis XIV

James II receiving the news of the defection of his children. James II and VII, 1633 -1701. King of England and Ireland as James II and King of Scotland as James VII

James Ii Landing At Kinsale, Ireland In 1679. James Ii Of England, 1633 To 1701. King Of England And Ireland, And As James Vii, Of Scotland. From The Book Short History Of The English People By J.R

Procession for the Coronation of James II of England (engraving)
XIR1272749 Procession for the Coronation of James II of England (engraving) by English School, (17th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

James II of England (litho)
XIR1272748 James II of England (litho) by Becket, Isaac (1653-1719) (after); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris, France; (add.info)

James II of England (engraving)
XIR1272747 James II of England (engraving) by Pinssio, Sebastien (1721-55); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris, France; (add.info)

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"James VII: A Controversial Figure in History" In the captivating painting "The Reception of Charles II and his Brothers, 1671, " James VII stands alongside his brother, Charles II, as they are welcomed by a crowd. This moment captures the beginning of James's rise to power. An engraving of James II showcases his regal presence and strong features. His reign was marked by political turmoil and religious conflicts that would shape the course of history. Union Street, captured in a black-and-white photograph from Castle Street, offers a glimpse into the bustling city where James's rule unfolded. The streets witnessed both loyalty and dissent towards this enigmatic monarch. Dunnottar Castle, depicted in another monochromatic photo, serves as a reminder of Scotland's turbulent past during James's reign. It stood witness to battles fought for control over the crown. The Great Seals of England displayed through various engravings symbolize the continuity and changes within English governance throughout James's era. From Queen Mary I to King George III, these seals represent an evolving monarchy under which he ruled. Mary, queen consort to James II is portrayed in a lithograph with grace and elegance. Her influence on her husband cannot be overlooked as she played an active role during their tumultuous reign. An engraving depicting James II with the church at Donore highlights his attempts at promoting Catholicism despite resistance from Protestant factions. Religious tensions were rife during this period. "A New Collection of English Coins from Henry IV to George III" showcases currency used during James VII's time on the throne. These coins provide insight into economic stability or instability experienced by his subjects. The Battle of Boyne takes center stage through powerful engravings capturing its intensity and significance in Irish history. This battle became synonymous with William III's victory over King James II – forever shaping Ireland’s future trajectory King James II himself is immortalized in yet another striking engraving, portraying his regal stature and determination.