Art & Court of James VI & I

Kate Anderson, Liz Louis, Catriona Murray , Jemma Field

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National Galleries of Scotland
12 May 2025

History of art & design styles: c 1600 to c 1800; British & Irish history; Early modern history: c 1450 to c 1700

James VI & I, the only child of Mary, Queen of Scots, has often been overshadowed by the dramatic lives of his mother and son, Charles I. This book seeks to redress the balance by centering the first monarch to reign over both Scotland and England and uncovering the artistic treasures created during his extraordinary reign.

The cultural riches of James's court are showcased, revealing his diverse roles as ruler, scholar, politician, father and patron of the arts. His court's passion for jewellery and fine clothes is illustrated in the vivid portraits and miniatures by John de Critz and Nicholas Hilliard just two of many artists and craftspeople who thrived in its artistic and intellectual climate.

Five richly illustrated chapters demonstrate James's impact on early modern Britain, while reconsidering the reputation of a king traditionally presented as preferring hunting and drinking to the duties of daily governance. Packed with exquisite art works and sumptuous objects, this book brings James's court vividly to life.

AUTHORS: Kate Anderson is Senior Curator of Portraiture at the National Galleries of Scotland. Liz Louis is Curator of Portraiture at the National Galleries of Scotland. Catriona Murray is Senior Lecturer in History of Art at Edinburgh College of Art, University of Edinburgh. Jemma Field is Associate Director of Research at the Yale Center for British Art. Anna Groundwater is Principal Curator of Renaissance and Early Modern History at the National Museum of Scotland. Karen Hearn is Honorary Professor, Department of English Language and Literature at University College London.

SELLING POINTS: .

Beautiful illustrations of sumptuous jewellery, artworks and clothing from James's pivotal reign .

The Union of the Crowns of Scotland and England is of particular topical interest in the current political climate .

Illustrates, through art, for the first time the sophistication and glamour of James's court .

Opens up a key chapter in British history in a brand new and revealing way .

Through new scholarship, visually illustrates some of the reasons for the reassessment of James .

Will publish in March 2025 to mark the 400th anniversary of James's death

105 colour illustrations

By: Kate Anderson, Liz Louis, Catriona Murray, Jemma Field, Anna Groundwater
Imprint: National Galleries of Scotland
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 265mm, Width: 245mm,
ISBN: 9781911054702
ISBN 10: 1911054708
Pages: 160
Publication Date: 12 May 2025
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Forthcoming

Kate Anderson is Senior Curator of Portraiture at the National Galleries of Scotland. Liz Louis is Curator of Portraiture at the National Galleries of Scotland. Catriona Murray is Senior Lecturer in History of Art at Edinburgh College of Art, University of Edinburgh. Jemma Field is Associate Director of Research at the Yale Center for British Art. Anna Groundwater is Principal Curator of Renaissance and Early Modern History at the National Museum of Scotland. Karen Hearn is Honorary Professor, Department of English Language and Literature at University College London.

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