Yorkists Collection

War of the Roses
A battle between the Houses of York and Lancaster during the War of the Roses

Flight of Queen Margaret after the Battle of Tewkesbury, 1471 (colour litho)
3643351 Flight of Queen Margaret after the Battle of Tewkesbury, 1471 (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Battle of Bosworth, illustration from British Battles on Land and Sea (litho)
IL350926 The Battle of Bosworth, illustration from British Battles on Land and Sea (litho) by Stott, W.R.S. (1878-1939); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Battle of Bosworth)

Condemnation of the Duke of York by Clifford and Queen Margaret (chromolitho)
735214 Condemnation of the Duke of York by Clifford and Queen Margaret (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

King Henry IV Tries to Reconcile the Parties (chromolitho)
735212 King Henry IV Tries to Reconcile the Parties (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: King Henry IV Tries to Reconcile the Parties)

The Earl of Richmond Reconciles the Houses (chromolitho)
735216 The Earl of Richmond Reconciles the Houses (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Earl of Richmond Reconciles the Houses)

The Royal Alphabet, W, X, Y, Z (coloured engraving)
2817719 The Royal Alphabet, W, X, Y, Z (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Royal Alphabet, W, X, Y, Z)

The Death of Lord Talbot and his Son (chromolitho)
735213 The Death of Lord Talbot and his Son (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Death of Lord Talbot and his Son)

And Lawless keeping half a step in front of his companion
2920201 And Lawless keeping half a step in front of his companion and holding his head forward like a hunting dog upon the scent - studied out his path, 1916 (litho) by Wyeth

Kings of the House of Lancaster and York; King Henry IV, King Henry V, King Henry VI, King Edward IV, King Edward V
958054 Kings of the House of Lancaster and York; King Henry IV, King Henry V, King Henry VI, King Edward IV, King Edward V, King Richard III (chromolitho) by English School

Stratagem of Lord Fauconberg at Towton, 29 March 1461, from A Chronicle of England BC 55
984783 Stratagem of Lord Fauconberg at Towton, 29 March 1461, from A Chronicle of England BC 55 to AD 1485, pub. London, 1863 (colour litho) by Doyle

Yorkists and Lancastrians Pick Sides (chromolitho)
735211 Yorkists and Lancastrians Pick Sides (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Yorkists and Lancastrians Pick Sides)

The Battle of Towton, illustration from Hutchinson
STC373593 The Battle of Towton, illustration from Hutchinsons Story of the British Nation, c.1923 (litho) by Woodville, Richard Caton II (1856-1927) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

A Body of Archers formed and shot arrow after arrow into the thick of their foes
IL323260 A Body of Archers formed and shot arrow after arrow into the thick of their foes, illustration from British Battles on Land and Sea, published by Cassell, London, c.1910 (litho) by Paget

Towton Battle Monument
The Battle Monument, Towton, Yorkshire, England, which marks the site where the Yorkists gained victory over the Lancastrians during the Wars of the Roses

EARL OF WARWICK 1428-71
RICHARD NEVILLE, EARL OF WARWICK (" THE KINGMAKER" ) Aided Yorkists in the Wars of the Roses; virtual ruler in the early reign of Edward IV

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"Yorkists: A Tale of Power, Betrayal, and Redemption" Step back in time to the tumultuous era of the War of the Roses, where the fate of England hung in the balance. The Flight of Queen Margaret after the Battle of Tewkesbury, 1471 captures a pivotal moment as she desperately seeks refuge from her Yorkist adversaries. In this vivid colour lithograph, we witness her determination and resilience. The struggle for power between the Yorkists and Lancastrians unfolds before our eyes. The Murder of King Henry VI depicted in chromolitho reveals a dark chapter in history when political ambition knew no bounds. Yet amidst this chaos, hope flickers through illustrations like The Earl of Richmond Reconciles the Houses - a glimmering light at the end of a long and treacherous tunnel. From bloody battles to tense negotiations, these captivating images bring to life key moments such as The Battle of Bosworth illustrated in British Battles on Land and Sea (litho). Here we see soldiers clashing swords with unwavering loyalty to their respective houses. But it is not just about war; it is also about humanity's capacity for compassion. King Henry IV Tries to Reconcile the Parties reminds us that even amidst bitter enmity, there can be attempts at reconciliation. Rutland beseeching Clifford to spare his life tugs at our heartstrings as we witness an innocent young boy pleading for mercy. Intrigue permeates every corner as alliances shift like sand dunes. Condemnation of Duke York by Clifford and Queen Margaret portrayed through chromolitho exposes deep-seated animosity that fuels this conflict further. As we delve deeper into history's tapestry, Lawless keeping half a step ahead becomes apparent - highlighting how individuals navigate treacherous waters while trying to survive or gain an advantage. The Royal Alphabet offers us glimpses into everyday life during these turbulent times.