Prince James Francis Edward Stewart Collection

Letter from James Edward Stuart to Simon Fraser, Lord Lovat, St Germains, 3rd May 1703. Artist: James Stuart
Letter from James Edward Stuart to Simon Fraser, Lord Lovat, St Germains, 3rd May 1703. Letter from James Edward Stuart, the pretender, signed James R, to Simon Fraser, Lord Lovat

Project for the Tomb of James III, the Old Pretender, c.1766. Creator: Pietro Bracci
Project for the Tomb of James III, the Old Pretender, c.1766

Le Feste des Trois Rois. n. d. Creator: Romeyn de Hooghe
Le Feste des Trois Rois.n.d. Satire of James II, Prince James, and Louis XIV in Paris

L Europe Allarmee. n. d. Creator: Romeyn de Hooghe
L Europe Allarmee.n.d. Satire of Louis XIV, and James II

Flight of the Queen of James II, from "Illustrated London News", August 3, 1872
Flight of the Queen of James II, from " Illustrated London News", August 3, 1872

Prince Charles Edwards Parliament, (c1745), 1890. Creator: Unknown
Prince Charles Edwards Parliament, (c1745), 1890. Charles Edward Stuart (1720-1788), best remembered for his role in the 1745 Jacobite uprising

James Francis Edward Stuart (1688-1765), Louisa Maria Theresa Stuart (1692-1712), 1695, (1911)
Prince James Francis Edward Stuart (1688-1765); Princess Louisa Maria Theresa Stuart (1692-1712), 1695. Prince James Francis Edward Stuart (1688-1765)

Prince James Francis Edward Stuart (1688-1765), 1925
Prince James Francis Edward Stuart (1688-1765), The Old Pretender. Prince James Francis Edward Stuart dressed in Garter robes

The arrest of Princess Clementina (1702-1735), 18th century (19th century). Princess Clementina (aka Clementina Sobieski) was a Polish princess and the wife of James Edward Stuart, the Old Pretender

James Stuart, the Old Pretender (1688-1766), entering Dundee, 18th century (19th century). Artist: C Sheeres
James Francis Edward Stuart, the Old Pretender (1688-1766), entering Dundee, 18th century (19th century). From Cassells Illustrated History of England, volume IV, published by Cassell, Petter

Landing of the Chevalier de St George in Scotland, 1715, (19th century). James Francis Edward Stuart (1688-1766) was the son of James II of Britain

Prince James Francis Edward Stuart, c17th century, (1909)
Prince James Francis Edward Stuart, c17th century. Prince James Francis Edward Stuart, the Old Pretender. The son of King James II and Mary of Modena

Prince James Francis Edward Stuart, (1907). Portrait of King James III, the Old Pretender (1688-1766), the son of James II and Mary of Modena

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Prince James Francis Edward Stewart, also known as the Old Pretender, was a prominent figure in European history during the 17th and 18th centuries. Born in 1688, he was the son of King James II of England and Ireland. Despite being exiled from his homeland due to political turmoil, Prince James remained determined to reclaim his family's throne. Throughout his life, Prince James faced numerous challenges and setbacks. The Le Feste des Trois Rois painting by Romeyn de Hooghe depicts a festive celebration that may have reminded him of happier times before his exile. Another artwork by the same artist titled L Europe Allarmee reflects the turbulent state of affairs across Europe during this period. The Flight of Queen Mary from Illustrated London News showcases one of the pivotal moments in Prince James' life when his mother fled England with him after William III took over the throne. This event marked a turning point for both their lives and set them on a path filled with uncertainty. Prince Charles Edwards Parliament painting captures an important gathering where loyal supporters discussed strategies for restoring Prince James to power. It serves as evidence that despite being labeled as pretenders by some, there were those who believed in their cause. The portraits by Nicolas de Largilliere depict Prince James alongside his sister Louisa Maria Theresa Stuart. These paintings offer glimpses into their lives and personalities while highlighting their royal lineage. Other artworks such as The arrest of Princess Clementina show the dangers faced by members of the Stuart family even beyond exile. Similarly, Landing of Chevalier de St George illustrates another attempt made by Prince James to regain control over Scotland but ultimately ended in failure. Letters exchanged between Prince James and various individuals shed light on his diplomatic efforts to gain support for his cause. One such letter addressed to Duc de Vendome demonstrates how he sought alliances with influential figures across Europe.