Abdicated Collection

Wallis Simpson
A glamorous studio portrait of Bessie Wallis Warfield Simpson, later Duchess of Windsor (1896-1986), American socialite. Born in Blue Ridge Summit, Pennsylvania, she divorced her second husband

Tsar Nicolas and son during Revolution, Russia
Tsar Nicholas II of Russia (1868-1918), and his son, Alexei Nikolaevich, Tsarevich of Russia (1904-1918), seen here in uniform after the Tsar had abdicated. Date: circa 1917

Edward VIII and Wallis Simpson, from 'These Tremendous Years', publ. 1938 (b/w photo)
5323169 Edward VIII and Wallis Simpson, from 'These Tremendous Years', publ. 1938 (b/w photo) by English School, (20th century); (add.info.: Edward VIII)

Edward VIII, 1936 (b/w photo)
3432596 Edward VIII, 1936 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Edward VIII, 1894-1972)

AI IMAGE - Portrait of King Edward VIII signing the Instrument of Abdication, 1936, (2023). Creator: Heritage Images
AI IMAGE - Portrait of King Edward VIII signing the Instrument of Abdication, 10 December 1936, (2023). Edward (1894-1972)

'Frederick, King of Bohemia; Obit 1632, 1812. Creator: Robert Dunkarton
Frederick, King of Bohemia; Obit 1632, 1812. From From "Portraits of characters illustrious in British History from the beginning of the reign of Henry the Eighth to the end of the reign of

Napoleon I, (1936). Creator: Unknown
Napoleon I, (1936). Portrait of French emperor Napoleon Bonaparte (1769-1821). After the painting Napoleon at Fontainebleau During the First Abdication - April 1814, painted in 1840

1st day Cover - Wedding of Duke of Windsor to Wallis Simpson
Commemorative First day Cover - 3rd June, 1937 - The wedding of Duke of Windsor to Wallis Simpson in France at the Chateau de Cande at Monts. Date: 1937

Prince of Wales, future King Edward VIII, visiting Napoleons tomb on St Helena (b / w photo)
5998040 Prince of Wales, future King Edward VIII, visiting Napoleons tomb on St Helena (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Prince of Wales)

The escape of Mary Queen of Scots from Loch Leven Castle
STC373526 The escape of Mary Queen of Scots from Loch Leven Castle, illustration from Hutchinsons Story of the British Nation, c.1923 (colour litho) by Danby

The Abdication of Mary Queen of Scots (1542-87) in 1568, c. 1765-73 (oil on canvas)
HNT167618 The Abdication of Mary Queen of Scots (1542-87) in 1568, c.1765-73 (oil on canvas) by Hamilton, Gavin (1723-98); The Hunterian, University of Glasgow

Charles V (1500-58) (engraving)
STC188611 Charles V (1500-58) (engraving) by Lombard or Lombart, Pierre (1612-82); Private Collection; (add.info.: wearing Order of the Golden Fleece; King of Spain (as Charles I) (1516-56)

Queen Mary escaping from Loch Leven Castle, illustration from David Humes
STC429695 Queen Mary escaping from Loch Leven Castle, illustration from David Humes The History of England, pub. by R. Bowyer, London, 1812 (engraving) by English School

Emperor Charles V in retirement at the Monastery of Yuste, Spain, after his abdication (litho)
5997240 Emperor Charles V in retirement at the Monastery of Yuste, Spain, after his abdication (litho) by European School

Wilhelm II, former Kaiser of Germany, in exile in Amerongen Castle, Netherlands, after his abdication, 1919 (litho)
6015407 Wilhelm II, former Kaiser of Germany, in exile in Amerongen Castle, Netherlands, after his abdication, 1919 (litho) by English School

King Edward VIII when Prince of Wales (colour photo)
3095879 King Edward VIII when Prince of Wales (colour photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: King Edward VIII when Prince of Wales)

A rare King Edward VIII pillar box, Lilliput, Dorset, England. He reigned from January - December 1936, when he abdicated to marry divorcee Wallis Simpson. Date: 1936

FERDINAND I / BULGARIA / SPE
FERDINAND I OF BULGARIA Became King in 1908 and abdicated in 1918. He was a protagonist in the Macedonian crisis. Date: 1861 - 1948

Kaiser Wilhelm II at Amerongen Castle, Netherlands, 1918, (c1920). Creator: Unknown
Kaiser Wilhelm II at Amerongen Castle, Netherlands, 1918, (c1920). The Ex-Kaiser in Exile: a snapshot of the deposed emperor, with his suite, on the bridge over the moat at Amerongen

King Ludwig I of Bavaria, 1862. Artist: Joseph Albert
King Ludwig I of Bavaria, 1862. Ludwig I (1786-1868) ruled Bavaria from 1825 until 1848, when he abdicated in favour of his son, Maximilian

King Edward VIII at his Coronation
An impression of King Edward VIII, later Duke of Windsor (1894-1972), pictured in full regalia at his Coronation in May 1937

Family tree of Peter the Great and Catherine I, with circular portraits of their early 20th century descendants, including Nicholas II, who is described as having abdicated

King Edward VIII in his coronation robes
King Edward VIII (1894-1972), later Duke of Windsor, fictitiously pictured in his coronation robes, a painting by Albert Collings which was to appear in the pre-prepared Coronation Record Number of

H. H. Maharaja Sir Pratap Singh / Stamp
Lieutenant-General MAHARAJA SRI SIR PRATAP SINGH SAHIB BAHADUR OF IDAR (1845 - 1922). A career British Indian Army soldier

The Prince of Wales in 1935. Later Edward VIII, Edward Albert Christian George Andrew Patrick David; later The Duke of Windsor, 1894 to 1972

Wallis Simpson, later the Duchess of Windsor, born Bessie Wallis Warfield, 1896 - 1986. American socialite for whom King Edward VIII abdicated in 1936. From The Weekly Illustrated, published 1936

Wallis Simpson, later the Duchess of Windsor, born Bessie Wallis Warfield, 1896 - 1986. American socialite for whom King Edward VIII abdicated in 1936. From The Weekly Illustrated, published 1936

Edward VIII, 1894 - 1972. King of the United Kingdom and the Dominions of the British Empire, and Emperor of India, from 20 January 1936 until his abdication on 11 December the same year

Edward VIII abdication message read in Parliament
King Edward VIII s, final and irrevocable decision to abdicate, his message being read in Parliament. " I, Edward the Eighth

Ambassador of Empire who has become King Edward VIII
His Majesty King Edward VIII (1894 - 1972), who succeeded his Father, the late King George V, on 20 January 1936, the first bachelor King to ascend the British throne for 176 years

Abdication of King Edward VIII in 1936
King Edward VIII of Britain (1894 - 1972), who resigned from 20 January to 11 December 1936, when he abdicated. " King Edward VIII

The Duchess of Windsor in the Bahamas
The Duchess of Windsor (Wallis Simpson) in the Bahamas in c. 1940. The Duke was stationed there as governor during the Second World War. Date: c. 1940

Duke of Windsor and Wallis Simpson
The Duke of Windsor, formerly King Edward VIII, pictured with Mrs. Wallis Simpson in May 1937 at the Chateau de Cande. Edward abdicated the throne in December 1936 in order to marry Wallis on 3rd

Wallis Simpson, Duchess of Windsor
A colour illustration of Mrs Wallis Warfield (formerly Mrs Ernest Simpson) featured in The Sketch, prior to her marriage to the Duke of Windsor on the 3rd June 1937

The Sketch front cover: Mrs Ernest Simpson
Front cover of The Sketch magazine in March 1935, featuring a portrait by Dorothy Wilding of Mrs Ernest (Wallis) Simpson. The caption reads: Mrs Simpson is the beautiful wife of Mr

First Spanish Republic (1873-1874). Amadeo I of Savoy with h
First Spanish Republic (1873-1874). Amadeo I of Savoy (1871-1873) reaching Elba, Portugal, with Queen Maria Victoria and her children (12 February 1873) after his abdication. Colored engraving

Charles Albert (1798-1849). King of Sardinia
Charles Albert (Turin 1798-Porto, Portugal, 1849). King of Sardinia (1831-1849). Established a constitutional monarchy (1848). He abdicated in favor of his son Victor Emmanuel II. Engraving

Edward VIII Proclamation
EDWARD VIII His Proclamation as King of England, dated 21 January 1936. He abdicated on 10 December 1936. Date: 1894 - 1972

Wilhelmina / Dutch / T&c 09
WILHELMINA, QUEEN OF HOLLAND (1880 - 1962), Reigned 1890-1948 - she abdicated in favour of her daughter Juliana, seen here as a baby Date: 1880 - 1962

Amadeo, King of Spain
AMADEO, KING OF SPAIN Elected 1870, abdicated 1873 Date: 1845 - 1890

Ulrika Eleonora / Sweden
ULRIKA ELEONORA Queen of Sweden (1718-20); sister of Charles XII, whom she succeeded; she abdicated in favour of her husband, who became Frederick I Date: 1688 - 1741

Mrs Ernest A. Simpson
Mrs Ernest A. (Wallis) Simpson. She had recently obtained a divorce, and her name was increasingly being connected with King Edward VIII

The Duke and Duchess of Windsor in the Bahamas in c. 1940. The Duke was stationed there as governor during the Second World War. Date: c. 1940

Orso Particiaco II
ORSO PARTICIACO II Doge of Venice, member of a patrician family who provided Venice with many of its doges. This one abdicated. Date: RULED 881 - 887

Allied Bakers Corsican Toad Hole April 1 1814
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Charles Albert (Turin 1798-Porto, Portugal, 1849). King of Sardinia (1831-1849). Established a constitutional monarchy (1848). He abdicated in favor of his son Victor Emmanuel II. Engraving

Stanislaus II Poniatowski Augustus (1732-1798). Last King of Poland (1764-1795). Abdicated in 1795 (third division of Poland). Engraving by Treibmann

Queen Christina of Sweden (1626-89) and her Court (oil on canvas)
XIR28038 Queen Christina of Sweden (1626-89) and her Court (oil on canvas) by Dumesnil, Pierre-Louis the Younger (1698-1781); 97x126 cm; ChAteau de Versailles, France; French, out of copyright

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"Abdicated: Tales of Royal Resignations and Unconventional Love" Tsar Nicolas and his Son: A poignant snapshot from the Russian Revolution, capturing the last moments of Tsar Nicolas II and his young son before their tragic fate unfolded. Wallis Simpson: The woman who captured a king's heart, forever changing the course of history with her love for King Edward VIII. King Edward VIII at his Coronation: An image frozen in time, showcasing the regal splendor as King Edward VIII ascended to the throne amidst great anticipation. Family Tree of Peter the Great and Catherine I: Delve into the intricate lineage that shaped Russia's imperial legacy, tracing back to its formidable rulers. King Edward VIII in His Coronation Robes: Adorned in majestic robes, witness this iconic moment when a monarch embraced power only to relinquish it for love. 1st Day Cover - Wedding of Duke of Windsor to Wallis Simpson: Commemorating their forbidden union, this cover encapsulates a love story that defied all odds. Abdication Message Read in Parliament: Discover how an empire was left stunned as they listened to King Edward VIII's heartfelt message renouncing his throne for love's sake. Ambassador turned Monarch - The Journey of King Edward VIII: Follow the extraordinary path taken by an ambassador who unexpectedly became one of Britain's most controversial kings. The Duchess of Windsor in the Bahamas: Escape with Wallis Simpson as she finds solace on distant shores after leaving behind royal life for true happiness alongside her beloved Duke. Prince of Wales Visiting Napoleon's Tomb on St Helena (b/w photo): Explore a rare glimpse into Prince Edward’s journey through history as he pays homage to one legendary figure while unknowingly paving his own unique path towards abdication. The Escape of Mary Queen of Scots from Loch Leven Castle.