James Scott Collection

The Monmouth Ash, 1850. Creator: Unknown
The Monmouth Ash, 1850. Tree in Dorset where James Scott, 1st Duke of Monmouth, is said to have hidden after the Battle of Sedgemoor in July 1685: An ash tree

Inigo Jones Esq. The Honorable Henry Fane, and Charles Blair Esq. 1824-1899. Creator: James Scott
Inigo Jones Esq. The Honorable Henry Fane, and Charles Blair Esq. 1824-1899

Duke of Monmouth (engraving)
816300 Duke of Monmouth (engraving) by Benezach (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Duke of Monmouth exchanging Cloaths with a Shepherd to conceal himself after his defeat at the battle)

The Maids of Taunton Kneeling before the Duke of Monmouth, 18th June 1685
XJF115646 The Maids of Taunton Kneeling before the Duke of Monmouth, 18th June 1685, Queen of Diamonds playing card from a set commemorating Monmouths Rebellion (engraving) (b&w photo)

James Duke of Monmouth (litho)
821093 James Duke of Monmouth (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: James Duke of Monmouth (1649-1685)

The Duke of Monmouth Pleading for his Life before James II (oil on canvas)
AFR97144 The Duke of Monmouth Pleading for his Life before James II (oil on canvas) by Pettie, John (1839-93); South African National Gallery, Cape Town

James Duke of Monmouth (engraving)
821091 James Duke of Monmouth (engraving) by Lely, Peter (1618-80) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: James Duke of Monmouth (1649-1685)

The Duke of Monmouth exchanging Cloaths with a Shepherd... (1792). Creator: Samuel Sparrow
The Duke of Monmouth exchanging Cloaths with a Shepherd to conceal himself after his defeat at the battle of Sedgeley-moor (1792)

The Spirit. Thou comest in such a questionable Shape, 1845. Artist: James Scott
The Spirit. Thou comest in such a questionable Shape, 1845. A man entering his house, the worse for drink after attending the anniversary dinner of the Moralization

The Man. I pray you know me when we meet again, 1840. Artist: James Scott
The Man. I pray you know me when we meet again, 1840. Man being bade farewell by his wife as he leaves home to attend the anniversary dinner of the Moralization

The Duke of Monmouth pleads for his life, 1685, (c1920). Artist: John Pettie
The Duke of Monmouth pleads for his life, 1685, (c1920). James Crofts, later Scott, 1st Duke of Monmouth, 1st Duke of Buccleuch (1649-1685), Pretender to throne of Scotland and England

The Battle of Bothwell Bridge, 1679 (19th century). Artist: Robertson
The Battle of Bothwell Bridge, 1679 (19th century). The Battle of Bothwell Bridge was fought on 22 June 1679 in Lanarkshire between an army of Covenanters and a government army commanded by James

James Scott, 1st Duke of Monmouth, recognized by some as James II of England, (1826). Artist: E Scriven
James Scott, 1st Duke of Monmouth, recognized by some as James II of England, (1826). James, Duke of Monmouth (1649-1685), Pretender to throne of Scotland and England

James, Duke of Monmouth, (1806). Artist: E Scriven
James, Duke of Monmouth, (1806). Portrait of James Crofts, later Scott, 1st Duke of Monmouth, 1st Duke of Buccleuch (1649-1685), Pretender to throne of Scotland and England

Arrest of the Duke of Monmouth, 1685, (1860). Artist: T Sherratt
Arrest of the Duke of Monmouth, 1685, (1860). James Scott, Duke of Monmouth and Buccleuch, (1649-1685), the illegitimate son of Charles II

A letter written by James Crofts, 1st Duke of Monmouth, begging for his life, July 1685. Letter from James, Duke of Monmouth (1649-1685), Pretender to throne of Scotland and England

James, Duke of Monmouth, (19th century). Portrait of James Crofts, later Scott, 1st Duke of Monmouth, 1st Duke of Buccleuch (1649-1685), Pretender to throne of Scotland and England

James Watt as a young man, c1769. Artist: James Scott
James Watt as a young man, c1769. Watt was a Scottish engineer and instrument maker who invented the modern steam engine which became the main source of power in Britains textile mills

Capture of James, Duke of Monmouth after the Battle of Sedgmoor, July 1685. James Scott, Duke of Monmouth (1649-1684) was the illegitimate son of Charles II

James, Duke of Monmouth (1649-1685), Pretender to throne of Scotland and England. Monmouth, the illegitimate son of Charles II and Lucy Walter launched a rebellion in 1685

Duke of Monmouth (1649-85) Advancing on Taunton (engraving) (b / w photo)
XJF153397 Duke of Monmouth (1649-85) Advancing on Taunton (engraving) (b/w photo) by English School, (17th century); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Watt and his steam engine, 1760s
Watt and his steam engine (right). Scottish engineer and inventor James Watt (1736-1819) made numerous practical improvements to the steam engine of his day

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James Scott, a prominent figure in British history, was known for his involvement in the events surrounding the Morning of Sedgemoor in 1685. This significant event is depicted in various artworks such as "The Morning of Sedgemoor" by Edgar Bundy and "Execution of James Scott, 1st Duke of Monmouth, in London" which showcases the tragic end to his life. Born in 1649, James Scott held titles such as Duke of Monmouth and Buccleuch. His portrait from around 1675 captures his noble stature and influence during that time. However, despite his high status, he faced a grim fate when he was executed on July 15th, 1685 at Tower Hill. The woodcut illustrations depicting this beheading serve as haunting reminders of this dark chapter. Interestingly enough, James Scott's legacy extended beyond historical events. In an engraving titled "Duke of Monmouth, " we see him portrayed with dignity and authority. Another engraving presents him simply as James Scott himself - a man whose actions left an indelible mark on British history. In later years, artists like Inigo Jones Esq. , The Honorable Henry Fane, and Charles Blair Esq. , paid tribute to James Scott through their works. Their piece from 1824-1899 serves as a testament to his enduring presence even long after his death.