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The Old Pretender Collection

"The Old Pretender: A Royal Legacy Captured in Art" Portrait of Prince James Stuart as a baby (engraving

Background imageThe Old Pretender Collection: Letter from James Edward Stuart to Simon Fraser, Lord Lovat, St Germains, 3rd May 1703

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

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

Background imageThe Old Pretender Collection: Portrait of Prince James Stuart as a baby (engraving)

Portrait of Prince James Stuart as a baby (engraving)
820149 Portrait of Prince James Stuart as a baby (engraving) by Kneller, Godfrey (1646-1723) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Prince James Stuart as a baby (The Prince of Great Britain)

Background imageThe Old Pretender Collection: Le Feste des Trois Rois. n. d. Creator: Romeyn de Hooghe

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

Background imageThe Old Pretender Collection: L Europe Allarmee. n. d. Creator: Romeyn de Hooghe

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

Background imageThe Old Pretender Collection: 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
Flight of the Queen of James II, from " Illustrated London News", August 3, 1872

Background imageThe Old Pretender Collection: Prince Charles Edwards Parliament, (c1745), 1890. Creator: Unknown

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

Background imageThe Old Pretender Collection: James Francis Edward Stuart (1688-1765), Louisa Maria Theresa Stuart (1692-1712), 1695, (1911)

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)

Background imageThe Old Pretender Collection: Prince James Francis Edward Stuart (1688-1765), 1925

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

Background imageThe Old Pretender Collection: The arrest of Princess Clementina (1702-1735), 18th century (19th century)

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

Background imageThe Old Pretender Collection: James Stuart, the Old Pretender (1688-1766), entering Dundee, 18th century (19th century)

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

Background imageThe Old Pretender Collection: Landing of the Chevalier de St George in Scotland, 1715, (19th century)

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

Background imageThe Old Pretender Collection: Prince James Francis Edward Stuart, c17th century, (1909)

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

Background imageThe Old Pretender Collection: Prince James Francis Edward Stuart, (1907)

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

Background imageThe Old Pretender Collection: The arrest of the princess Clementina, 1718. Maria Clementina Sobieska, 1702 - 1735

The arrest of the princess Clementina, 1718. Maria Clementina Sobieska, 1702 - 1735. Titular queen of England, Scotland and Ireland by marriage to James Francis Edward Stuart, The Old Pretender

Background imageThe Old Pretender Collection: The Earl of Oxford going to trial, 1715, accused of high treason, misdemeanors

The Earl of Oxford going to trial, 1715, accused of high treason, misdemeanors, and alleged secret plotting with the Jacobite claimant James, The Old Pretender

Background imageThe Old Pretender Collection: The Chevalier de St. George and his council. James Francis Edward Stuart, 1688 - 1766

The Chevalier de St. George and his council. James Francis Edward Stuart, 1688 - 1766, aka The Old Pretender and Chevalier de St

Background imageThe Old Pretender Collection: James Francis Edward Stuart, 1688 - 1766. Pretender to the English, Irish and Scottish crowns

James Francis Edward Stuart, 1688 - 1766. Pretender to the English, Irish and Scottish crowns. Known as The Old Pretender

Background imageThe Old Pretender Collection: James Stuart, the Chevalier de S. George, print made by S. Freeman, c. 1845 (engraving)

James Stuart, the Chevalier de S. George, print made by S. Freeman, c. 1845 (engraving)
XJF488905 James Stuart, the Chevalier de S. George, print made by S. Freeman, c.1845 (engraving) by Kneller, Godfrey (1646-1723) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: James Francis Edward Stuart)



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"The Old Pretender: A Royal Legacy Captured in Art" Portrait of Prince James Stuart as a baby (engraving): This delicate engraving captures the innocence and potential of the young prince, foreshadowing his future role as a controversial figure. Portrait of Old Pretender James III (pastel on paper): The pastel hues bring to life the enigmatic persona of James III, known as the "Old Pretender, " who sought to claim his rightful place on the throne amidst political turmoil. Portrait of Prince James Francis Edward Stuart, the Old Pretender, 1702 (w/c on vellum): Painted with watercolors on vellum, this portrait reveals the determination and resilience that characterized Prince James during his tumultuous journey for power. Le Feste des Trois Rois. n. d. , Creator: Romeyn de Hooghe: In this intricate artwork by Romeyn de Hooghe, we witness an allegorical representation of three kings' festivities—a subtle nod to Prince James's aspirations for regal recognition. L'Europe Allarmee. n. d. , Creator: Romeyn de Hooghe: Another masterpiece by de Hooghe depicts Europe in turmoil during Prince James's era—an apt reflection of the turbulent times he faced while trying to establish his legitimacy. Flight of Queen Mary II from "Illustrated London News, " August 3, 1872: This historical illustration portrays Queen Mary II fleeing England alongside her husband King William III—events that directly impacted Prince James's claim to power. Prince Charles Edwards Parliament (c1745), 1890; Creator: Unknown: An intriguing glimpse into history is captured in this image depicting a parliamentary gathering led by Charles Edward Stuart—the son and heir apparent himself. James Francis Edward Stuart & Louisa Maria Theresa Stuart (1911); Artist: Nicolas de Largilliere.