Jacobus I (1556-1625), de latere koning van Engeland, als kind 1574 - 1598

This miniature portrait by Arnold van Bronckhorst depicts James I of England as a child, likely painted between 1574 and 1598. It shows the young king in a somber black and white outfit, with a high collar and a black cap adorned with a pearl band. The painting captures the youthful features of the future monarch, known for his intelligence and intellectual pursuits. The miniaturization of the portrait format was popular during this time and offered a more intimate and personal representation of the subject.