Old World Portraits
James VI and I
John de Critz
A regal 17th-century portrait of King James VI and I, showcasing intricate lace and ornate royal jewels.
James II of Scotland
Unknown Artist
1700 · Oil Paint, Panel
A dignified 17th-century oil portrait of King James II of Scotland.
$129
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Where it works
A substantial, grounding work in a warmer tonal register — brings a composed sense of weight.
- Often works in
- Library · Study · Dining Room
- Placement
- Reads best as a confident vertical anchor
- Walls
- Reads strongest on light or mid-tone walls
- Color notes
- Charcoal black, Olive green, Deep burgundy
About the piece
This 17th-century oil on panel portrait depicts King James II of Scotland, who reigned during the mid-15th century. The composition features the monarch in a jeweled black chaperon and an ermine-lined collar, set against a dark background that emphasizes the rich textures and historical gravity of the subject.
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