Divine Right Of Kings Collection

Coronation of Marie de Medici, May 13, 1610, c1835. Creators: Alexandre-Marie Colin, Peter Paul Rubens
Coronation of Marie de Medici, May 13, 1610, c1835

Allegory of the marriage of the Dauphin to Marie-Anne of Bavaria, March 7, 1680. Creator: Unknown
Allegory of the marriage of the Dauphin to Marie-Anne of Bavaria, March 7, 1680

Allegory of the birth of the dauphin, October 22, 1781. Creator: Francois Guillaume Menageot
Allegory of the birth of the dauphin, October 22, 1781

Allegory of the engagement of Louis XV to the Infanta Marie-Anne-Victoire of Spain (1722)

Ms Lat 1141 fol. 2v The Coronation of Charles II (823-877
REV128475 Ms Lat 1141 fol.2v The Coronation of Charles II (823-877) with the Archbishops of Reims and Treves, from the Sacrementaire de Metz (vellum) (see also 159999) by French School

The Hand of Justice of the Kings of France, from the Treasure of St
XIR154946 The Hand of Justice of the Kings of France, from the Treasure of St. Denis (ivory & precious stones) (see also 110931) by Romanesque, (12th century); Louvre, Paris

Ms Lat 3893 fol. 1 Spiritual and Temporal Power, from the Decrets de Gratien
BNP159963 Ms Lat 3893 fol.1 Spiritual and Temporal Power, from the Decrets de Gratien, 1314 (vellum) by French School, (14th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

Scene in a Madhouse, from A Rakes Progress, 1735 (engraving) (see also 2005)
WES67104 Scene in a Madhouse, from A Rakes Progress, 1735 (engraving) (see also 2005) by Hogarth, William (1697-1764); The Trustees of the Weston Park Foundation, UK; English, out of copyright

Ms 782 f. 280 King Philip II (1165-1223) of France, from the
CHT176879 Ms 782 f.280 King Philip II (1165-1223) of France, from the Chroniques de Saint-Denis, late 13th century (vellum) by French School, (13th century); Bibliotheque Sainte-Genevieve, Paris

Scene in Bedlam, plate VIII, from A Rakes Progress
STC451150 Scene in Bedlam, plate VIII, from A Rakes Progress, illustration from Hogarth Restored: The Whole Works of the celebrated William Hogarth, re-engraved by Thomas Cook, pub

James II, (1633-1701), 1830. Creator: Unknown
James II, (1633-1701), 1830. James II and VII (1633-1701) King of England and Ireland as James II and King of Scotland as James VII, from 1685 until he was deposed in the Glorious Revolution of 1688

J. -J. Rousseau, Swiss-French philosopher C017 / 7112
Jean-Jacques Rousseau (1712-1778), Swiss-French philosopher and author. Rousseau was also a botanist, political theorist and musician. At the age of 13 he took up an apprenticeship in engraving

Jean-Jacques Rousseau, French philosopher C018 / 7018
Jean-Jacques Rousseau (1712-1778). 1870 engraving of the Swiss-French philosopher, writer and composer Jean-Jacques Rousseau

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"The Divine Right of Kings: A Glimpse into Monarchical Power and its Consequences" In the intricate world of monarchy, the concept of the divine right of kings held immense significance. Through a series of captivating images, we are transported to different eras, witnessing both the glory and downfall associated with this belief. A king who might have saved himself - a gravure that leaves us pondering over what could have been. Charles I, depicted in an engraving from 1600-49, stands as a symbol of power and authority. Yet his portrait at his execution tells a different story - one filled with turmoil and unrest. The Coronation of Charles II is captured in Ms Lat 1141 fol. 2v, showcasing the grandeur surrounding this momentous event. The Hand of Justice reminds us that even kings are bound by laws; it is their duty to maintain order within their realms. Ms Lat 3893 fol. 1 presents Spiritual and Temporal Power from the Decrets de Gratien, emphasizing the intertwining nature between religious authority and monarchical rule. This connection can be seen throughout history as rulers sought validation through divine endorsement. However, not all monarchs were able to wield power effectively or maintain stability within their kingdoms. Scene in a Madhouse from A Rakes Progress (1735) depicts chaos amidst royalty's descent into madness – a stark reminder that absolute power can lead to ruin if misused. King Philip II's image from Ms 782 f. 280 offers insight into France's tumultuous past where royal authority was constantly challenged by internal strife and external threats. James II's portrayal further exemplifies how political instability can undermine even those born into privilege and entitlement during times when loyalty wavers among subjects. Scene in Bedlam plate VIII takes us back to A Rakes Progress' engraving once more – revealing society's fascination with mental illness as they questioned whether such afflictions could affect even the most powerful.