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St James Collection (#8)

"Exploring the Rich Heritage of St. James: From Chichester to Santiago de Compostela" Discover the captivating allure of St

Background imageSt James Collection: The Apparition of the Virgin to St James the Great, c1629-1630. Artist: Nicolas Poussin

The Apparition of the Virgin to St James the Great, c1629-1630. Artist: Nicolas Poussin
The Apparition of the Virgin to St James the Great, c1629-1630. Tradition has it that the Virgin Mary appeared to James in 40 AD on the banks of the River Ebro while he was preaching in Spain

Background imageSt James Collection: The Apostle Saint James the Great, 17th century. Artist: Jusepe de Ribera

The Apostle Saint James the Great, 17th century. Artist: Jusepe de Ribera
The Apostle Saint James the Great, 17th century. Found in the collection of the Regional A Deineka Art Gallery, Kursk, Russia

Background imageSt James Collection: The Apostle Saint James the Great, c1630-c1635. Artist: Jusepe de Ribera

The Apostle Saint James the Great, c1630-c1635. Artist: Jusepe de Ribera
The Apostle Saint James the Great, c1630-c1635. Found in the collection of the State A Pushkin Museum of Fine Arts, Moscow

Background imageSt James Collection: St James the Apostle (St James the Great), Patron Saint of Spain

St James the Apostle (St James the Great), Patron Saint of Spain. Tradition states that St James preached Christianity in Spain, after which he returned to the Holy Land, where he was martyred

Background imageSt James Collection: The Last Supper (detail), 1495-1498. Artist: Leonardo da Vinci

The Last Supper (detail), 1495-1498. Artist: Leonardo da Vinci
The Last Supper (detail), 1495-1498. The apostles James, Thomas and Philip. The painting is a mural commissioned by Lodovico Sforza

Background imageSt James Collection: St James the Great, 1475. Artist: Cosme Tura

St James the Great, 1475. Artist: Cosme Tura
St James the Great, 1475. From the collection of the Musee des Beaux-Arts, Caen, France

Background imageSt James Collection: Tulips in St Jamess Park, London, England, United Kingdom

Tulips in St Jamess Park, London, England, United Kingdom

Background imageSt James Collection: West Coast sunset, St James, Barbados, West Indies, Caribbean, Central America

West Coast sunset, St James, Barbados, West Indies, Caribbean, Central America

Background imageSt James Collection: Smugglers Cove Beach, Holetown, St. James, Barbados, West Indies, Caribbean, Central

Smugglers Cove Beach, Holetown, St. James, Barbados, West Indies, Caribbean, Central America

Background imageSt James Collection: Colourful houses, Holetown, St. James, Barbados, West Indies, Caribbean, Central America

Colourful houses, Holetown, St. James, Barbados, West Indies, Caribbean, Central America

Background imageSt James Collection: The hand-writing upon the wall, Gillray, James, 1756 1815, artist, London, 1803, Napoleon

The hand-writing upon the wall, Gillray, James, 1756 1815, artist, London, 1803, Napoleon, Josephine, French soldiers and women seated at feast with dishes Bank of England, St

Background imageSt James Collection: Satire on the Excise Bill, 1733 (engraving)

Satire on the Excise Bill, 1733 (engraving)
XJF867843 Satire on the Excise Bill, 1733 (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Background imageSt James Collection: The City of Bristol (with key), 1717 (engraving)

The City of Bristol (with key), 1717 (engraving)
XJF437920 The City of Bristol (with key), 1717 (engraving) by Kip, Johannes (c.1652-1722); Private Collection; (add.info.: Print made after the artist H)

Background imageSt James Collection: Portrait of a Knight of the Order of Santiago, 1542 (oil on canvas)

Portrait of a Knight of the Order of Santiago, 1542 (oil on canvas)
XIR336954 Portrait of a Knight of the Order of Santiago, 1542 (oil on canvas) by Titian (Tiziano Vecellio) (c.1488-1576); Alte Pinakothek, Munich

Background imageSt James Collection: Mrs. Langtry as Rosalind in as you Like it at the St. James Theatre, London, Engraving 1890

Mrs. Langtry as Rosalind in as you Like it at the St. James Theatre, London, Engraving 1890
MRS. LANGTRY AS ROSALIND IN AS YOU LIKE IT AT THE ST. JAMES THEATRE, LONDON, engraving 1890, UK, U.K. Britain, British, Europe, United Kingdom, Great Britain, European

Background imageSt James Collection: Map showing the Distribution of Deaths from Cholera in the Registration Districts of London

Map showing the Distribution of Deaths from Cholera in the Registration Districts of London
XJF275636 Map showing the Distribution of Deaths from Cholera in the Registration Districts of London, 1866 (litho) (b/w photo) by English School

Background imageSt James Collection: 2604323; out of copyright

2604323; out of copyright

Background imageSt James Collection: Cityscape with in the foreground a group of figures, looking up at the sky, they

Cityscape with in the foreground a group of figures, looking up at the sky, they see three times a crescent with the busts of Dominicans: St. Thomas Aquinas, St. Ambrose and St

Background imageSt James Collection: Detail of Charing Cross from Civitas Londinium (woodblock print)

Detail of Charing Cross from Civitas Londinium (woodblock print)
XJF1766045 Detail of Charing Cross from Civitas Londinium (woodblock print) by Agas, Ralph (c.1540-1621); Private Collection; (add.info.: Known as the Agas Map, this detailed survey of London c.1561)

Background imageSt James Collection: queen Mary at the Lyceum Theatre, Act Iii, Scene VI

queen Mary at the Lyceum Theatre, Act Iii, Scene VI
" QUEEN MARY" AT THE LYCEUM THEATRE, ACT III, SCENE VI.; PHILIP: By St. James I do protest, Upon the faith and honour of a Spaniard, I am vastly grieved to leave your Majesty

Background imageSt James Collection: St. James Cathedral

St. James Cathedral
The dome of Saint James Cathedral in Montreal, Canada, circa 1930. Construction of the cathedral began in 1875 and the new church was consecrated in 1894 as Saint James Cathedral

Background imageSt James Collection: BAHAMAS- Abacos- Loyalist Cays -Elbow Cay-Hope Town: St. James Methodist

BAHAMAS- Abacos- Loyalist Cays -Elbow Cay-Hope Town: St. James Methodist
BAHAMAS, Abacos, Loyalist Cays, Elbow Cay, Hope Town: St. James Methodist Church Steeple

Background imageSt James Collection: Beach Hut, St James, South Africa

Beach Hut, St James, South Africa

Background imageSt James Collection: Amusement for John Bull & his cousin Paddy, or, the gambols of the American buffalo in St

Amusement for John Bull & his cousin Paddy, or, the gambols of the American buffalo in St. Jamess Street
CARTOON: JOHN BULL, 1783. Amusement for John Bull & his cousin Paddy, or, the gambols of the American buffalo in St. Jamess Street. English satirical engraving, 1 May 1783

Background imageSt James Collection: South Africa, Western

South Africa, Western Cape, St James. Colorful changing houses line a False Bay beach on the Cape Peninsula

Background imageSt James Collection: View of the church of St. James and the town of Chipping Camden, Gloucestershire

View of the church of St. James and the town of Chipping Camden, Gloucestershire, England, United Kingdom, Europe




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"Exploring the Rich Heritage of St. James: From Chichester to Santiago de Compostela" Discover the captivating allure of St. James, a name that echoes across continents and centuries. This enchanting journey begins with a glimpse into history through the "Map Of Chichester, 1812, " offering insights into the origins of this remarkable place. Venturing further, we find ourselves in awe before the majestic "Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela" in Galicia, Spain—a UNESCO World Heritage site that has attracted pilgrims for centuries. Its grandeur and spiritual significance leave an indelible mark on all who visit. Shifting gears to another era, we encounter the nostalgic charm of the "Cheltenham Spa St James turntable, 1933. " A testament to engineering marvels of its time, it evokes memories of bygone days when steam locomotives ruled the tracks. In stark contrast lies The Ritz Hotel on Piccadilly Street in London's prestigious St. James's neighborhood—an epitome of luxury and refinement since its inception. Here, elegance meets opulence as guests are immersed in a world where sophistication knows no bounds. Transporting ourselves across oceans brings us to Holetown in Barbados—the idyllic paradise nestled within St. James—where pristine beaches beckon travelers seeking sun-kissed shores and crystal-clear waters, and is here that nature intertwines with tranquility for an unforgettable Caribbean escape. Delving deeper into history reveals intriguing glimpses such as "St James Garlick Hithe's Steeple, " an enigmatic structure from mid-late 19th century London whose creator remains unknown but leaves us pondering its purpose and symbolism. Liverpool Cathedral emerges next—a magnificent feat of architectural prowess serving as England's Church Cathedral for over a century—an embodiment of faith and devotion standing tall amidst modernity.