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King Edward V Collection

"King Edward V: The Tragic Tale of the Young Princes in the Tower" In this captivating artwork by Paul de la Roche, titled "The Young Princes in the Tower

Background imageKing Edward V Collection: The seven King Edwards (colour litho)

The seven King Edwards (colour litho)
3103921 The seven King Edwards (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The seven King Edwards)

Background imageKing Edward V Collection: 'Richard III and the Children of Edward IV.' - from a painting by Richard Stilke, 1860

"Richard III and the Children of Edward IV." - from a painting by Richard Stilke, 1860. Creator: Unknown
"Richard III and the Children of Edward IV." - from a painting by Richard Stilke, 1860. M. Stilke...has paid especial attention to the writings of our immortal Shakspeare;

Background imageKing Edward V Collection: Portrait of King Edward V of England

Portrait of King Edward V of England
6337237 Portrait of King Edward V of England by Rundall, Mary Ann (d.1839) (after); (add.info.: Portrait of King Edward V of England. With crown, sceptre, ermine mantle)

Background imageKing Edward V Collection: King Edward V (engraving)

King Edward V (engraving)
669881 King Edward V (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: King Edward V. Illustration for The History of England by Hume and Smollett (George Bell, 1854)

Background imageKing Edward V Collection: Edward V Procession through London

Edward V Procession through London
LLM457860 Edward V Procession through London by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Edward V Procession through London)

Background imageKing Edward V Collection: King Edward IV, King Edward V, King Richard III (engraving)

King Edward IV, King Edward V, King Richard III (engraving)
5227232 King Edward IV, King Edward V, King Richard III (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: King Edward IV, King Edward V, King Richard III)

Background imageKing Edward V Collection: King Edward V of England (colour engraving)

King Edward V of England (colour engraving)
816873 King Edward V of England (colour engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Edward V, King of England. Engraved by j Chapman)

Background imageKing Edward V Collection: King Edward V (engraving)

King Edward V (engraving)
2777484 King Edward V (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: King Edward V. Illustration for Portraits of the Sovereigns of England by W H Worthington)

Background imageKing Edward V Collection: King Edward V (coloured engraving)

King Edward V (coloured engraving)
3656880 King Edward V (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: King Edward V. Illustration for The Sovereigns of England (Read & Co, c 1880)

Background imageKing Edward V Collection: Edward Vth (engraving)

Edward Vth (engraving)
2808236 Edward Vth (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Edward Vth. Illustration for The History of England by Hume)

Background imageKing Edward V Collection: The Princes in the Tower Monument (engraving)

The Princes in the Tower Monument (engraving)
603668 The Princes in the Tower Monument (engraving) by Vertue, George (1684-1756); Private Collection; (add.info.: The monument of King Edward V and his brother Richard of Shrewsbury, Duke of York)

Background imageKing Edward V Collection: Victorian scrap: King Edward IV, King Edward V, King Richard III

Victorian scrap: King Edward IV, King Edward V, King Richard III
LLM462558 Victorian scrap: King Edward IV, King Edward V, King Richard III by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: King Edward IV, King Edward V, King Richard III)

Background imageKing Edward V Collection: The Seven Royal Edwards (litho)

The Seven Royal Edwards (litho)
2776798 The Seven Royal Edwards (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Seven Royal Edwards)

Background imageKing Edward V Collection: D of York brother to Ed V resign d by the Queen (engraving)

D of York brother to Ed V resign d by the Queen (engraving)
727052 D of York brother to Ed V resign d by the Queen (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: D of York brother to Ed V resign d by the Queen)

Background imageKing Edward V Collection: King Edward V (chromolitho)

King Edward V (chromolitho)
962866 King Edward V (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: King Edward V. From a set of late 19th century Willss cigarette cards)

Background imageKing Edward V Collection: Kings of the House of Lancaster and York; King Henry IV, King Henry V, King Henry VI

Kings of the House of Lancaster and York; King Henry IV, King Henry V, King Henry VI, King Edward IV, King Edward V
958054 Kings of the House of Lancaster and York; King Henry IV, King Henry V, King Henry VI, King Edward IV, King Edward V, King Richard III (chromolitho) by English School

Background imageKing Edward V Collection: King Edward V (aquatint)

King Edward V (aquatint)
958032 King Edward V (aquatint) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: King Edward V. Illustration for Alfred Crowquills Comic History of the Kings and Queens of England)

Background imageKing Edward V Collection: King Edward V (woodcut)

King Edward V (woodcut)
3630427 King Edward V (woodcut) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: King Edward V. Illustration for HIstory of England by Dr Goldsmith et al (Js Pratt, 1843)

Background imageKing Edward V Collection: King Edward V

King Edward V
LLM455137 King Edward V by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: King Edward V. Illustration for The History of England by David Hume et al (James Semple)

Background imageKing Edward V Collection: House of York (engraving)

House of York (engraving)
727047 House of York (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: House of York. Illustration for David Humes 1806 edition of The History of England)

Background imageKing Edward V Collection: King Edward V (colour litho)

King Edward V (colour litho)
6025120 King Edward V (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: King Edward V. Illustration for a Halifax Building Society presentation booklet entitled)

Background imageKing Edward V Collection: King Edward V of England (engraving)

King Edward V of England (engraving)
812412 King Edward V of England (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: King Edward V of England)

Background imageKing Edward V Collection: Edward V, (1470-c1483), 1830. Creator: Unknown

Edward V, (1470-c1483), 1830. Creator: Unknown
Edward V, (1470-c1483), 1830. Edward V (1470-c1483) succeeded his father, Edward IV, as King of England and Lord of Ireland on 9 April 1483. He was never crowned

Background imageKing Edward V Collection: Edward V, 1773. Creator: Charles Grignion

Edward V, 1773. Creator: Charles Grignion
Edward V, 1773. After Samuel Wale (1721-1786). Edward V of England (1470-c1483), his brief reign was dominated by the influence of his uncle and Lord Protector, the Duke of Gloucester

Background imageKing Edward V Collection: Edward, King of England, France, 1787. Creator: Unknown

Edward, King of England, France, 1787. Creator: Unknown
Edward, King of England, France, 1787. Edward V (1470-1483) succeeded his father, Edward IV, as King of England and Lord of Ireland, he was not crowned

Background imageKing Edward V Collection: Edward V, King of England, c1485, (c1650)

Edward V, King of England, c1485, (c1650). King Edward V is wearing a robe knotted loosely around his shoulders, with a crown suspended above his head

Background imageKing Edward V Collection: Richard, Duke of Gloucester invited to assume the crown, 1483 (1864)

Richard, Duke of Gloucester invited to assume the crown, 1483 (1864). Richard (1452-1485) was invited to assume the crown by the Duke of Buckingham (1455-1483)

Background imageKing Edward V Collection: Edward V, 1935

Edward V, 1935. Edward (1470-1483) was an English monarch, although never crowned. He was created Prince of Wales in June, 1471, following his fathers restoration to the throne

Background imageKing Edward V Collection: Edward V, 1856. Artist: Alfred Crowquill

Edward V, 1856. Artist: Alfred Crowquill
Edward V, 1856. From Alfred Crowquills Comic History of the Kings and Queens of England - From William the Conqueror to the Present Time. [Read & Co. London, 1856]

Background imageKing Edward V Collection: Edward V, c1787

Edward V, c1787. From A New, Universal and Impartial History of England: From the Earliest Authentic Records, and most Genuine Historical Evidence, to the Winter of the Year 1784

Background imageKing Edward V Collection: A Boy King, . Artist: John Leech

A Boy King, . Artist: John Leech
A Boy King, c1860, (c1860). A caricature of Edward V (1470-1483). From The Comic History of England, Volume I, by Gilbert A A Beckett [Bradbury, Agnew, & Co. London, ]

Background imageKing Edward V Collection: Edward V, 1859. Artist: George Vertue

Edward V, 1859. Artist: George Vertue
Edward V, 1859. One of four uncrowned Kings of England. His 86-day reign ended after he was sent to heavily guarded royal lodgings in the Tower of London

Background imageKing Edward V Collection: Edward V, 1783. Artist: Alexander Hogg

Edward V, 1783. Artist: Alexander Hogg
Edward V, 1783. After Samuel Wale (1721-1786). From New Complete and Authentic History of England, by Edward Barnard. [Alex Hogg, London, 1783]

Background imageKing Edward V Collection: English Kings with coats of Arms Published by Alexander Hogg. Artist: Alex Hogg

English Kings with coats of Arms Published by Alexander Hogg. Artist: Alex Hogg
English Kings with coats of Arms Published by Alexander Hogg. Edward V. Richard III. Henry VII. Henry VIII. Spencers New History of England

Background imageKing Edward V Collection: Earl Rivers presents his book to King Edward IV, c1477 (late 18th or early 19th century(?))

Earl Rivers presents his book to King Edward IV, c1477 (late 18th or early 19th century(?)). Artist: Charles Grignion
Earl Rivers presenting his translation of the Dictes and Sayings of the Philosophers to King Edward IV and his family, c1477 (late 18th or early 19th century(?))

Background imageKing Edward V Collection: The Princes in the Tower, 1897. Artist: Frances Brundage

The Princes in the Tower, 1897. Artist: Frances Brundage
The Princes in the Tower, 1897. From Royal Children of English History by Edith Nesbit, published by Raphael Tuck and Sons Ltd (London, Paris, New York, 1897)

Background imageKing Edward V Collection: Edward V rides into London with Duke Richard, 1483, (c1920). Artist: C I De Lacy

Edward V rides into London with Duke Richard, 1483, (c1920). Artist: C I De Lacy
Edward V rides into London with Duke Richard, 1483, (c1920). Edward V (1470-1483?) was deposed in 1483 and was succeeded by his uncle, Richard, Duke of Gloucester, who ruled as Richard III

Background imageKing Edward V Collection: King Edward V, 1787

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

Background imageKing Edward V Collection: Edward V

Edward V. Edward (1470-1483) was an English monarch, although never crowned. He was created Prince of Wales in June, 1471, following his fathers restoration to the throne




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"King Edward V: The Tragic Tale of the Young Princes in the Tower" In this captivating artwork by Paul de la Roche, titled "The Young Princes in the Tower, " we are transported back to 1831 and given a glimpse into one of history's most mysterious and tragic stories. King Edward V, depicted here alongside his brother, is at the center of this enigma that has fascinated historians for centuries. "The seven King Edwards" lithograph showcases the lineage of English monarchs named Edward, highlighting their significance throughout history. Among them stands King Edward V, whose reign was cut tragically short. Through haunting engravings such as "King Edward V and his brother smothered in bed" and "King Edward V and the Duke of York smothered in the Tower of London, " we witness a dark chapter unfold. These illustrations depict an unsettling fate that befell these young royals during their time imprisoned within the infamous Tower. A portrait captures King Edward V's regal countenance, reminding us of his rightful place on England's throne. This engraving serves as a poignant reminder that despite his brief rule, he left an indelible mark on history. As we delve further into historical records with depictions like "Edward V Procession through London, " we catch glimpses of grandeur surrounding this ill-fated king. It reminds us that even though his reign was overshadowed by tragedy, there were moments when he experienced pomp and ceremony befitting a monarch. Engravings such as "King Edward IV, King Edward V, King Richard III" provide insight into familial ties while showcasing how power shifted between these three kings, and is a testament to how swiftly fortunes can change within royal bloodlines. Colorful engravings like "King Edward V of England (colour engraving)" bring vibrancy to our understanding of this young ruler's life.