Alfonso Xii Collection

The Alfonso XII, 1850
3478486 The Alfonso XII, 1850; (add.info.: Illustration depicting the Alfonso XII steamship. Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Review at Madrid before the Prince of Wales and the King of Spain: the Guardia Civile...1876. Creator: Unknown
Review at Madrid before the Prince of Wales and the King of Spain: the Guardia Civile marching past, from a sketch by our special artist, 1876

Entry of Alfonso XII. Into Madrid: Triumphal Arch in the Calle de Alcala, 1876. Creator: Unknown
Entry of Alfonso XII. Into Madrid: Triumphal Arch in the Calle de Alcala, 1876. Inscription: Al Rey Don Alfonso XII; Pacificador de Espana (To King Alfonso XII, Pacifier of Spain)

Monument to Alfonso XII, Buen Retiro Park (Parque del Retiro), Madrid, Spain

King Alfonso XII of Spain (colour litho)
816804 King Alfonso XII of Spain (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: King Alfonso XII of Spain. From a photograph by Messrs Laurent et Cie)

The late Alfonso XII, King of Spain (engraving)
1614385 The late Alfonso XII, King of Spain (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The late Alfonso XII, King of Spain)

Alfonso XII, King of Spain (engraving)
1041280 Alfonso XII, King of Spain (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Alfonso XII, King of Spain)

Entry of Alfonso XII into Madrid, Triumphal Arch in the Calle de Alcala (engraving)
1105990 Entry of Alfonso XII into Madrid, Triumphal Arch in the Calle de Alcala (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Entry of Alfonso XII into Madrid)

Marriage of Alfonso XII, King of Spain, and the Infanta Mercedes (engraving)
1049920 Marriage of Alfonso XII, King of Spain, and the Infanta Mercedes (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Marriage of Alfonso XII, King of Spain)

Alfonso XII - King of Spain
LLM455471 Alfonso XII - King of Spain by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Alfonso XII - King of Spain)

Alfonso XII, King of Spain, in the Uniform of the 15th Schleswig-Holstein Uhlans (engraving)
1107230 Alfonso XII, King of Spain, in the Uniform of the 15th Schleswig-Holstein Uhlans (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Alfonso XII, King of Spain)

Alfonso XII, the New King of Spain (engraving)
1611579 Alfonso XII, the New King of Spain (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Alfonso XII, the New King of Spain)

Spain, Madrid, Statue on the monument to Alfonso XII at the Retiro

Spain, Madrid, Monument to Alfonso XII at Retiro Park

Spain, Madrid, Detail of the monument to Alfonso XII at the Retiro

Spain, Madrid, The boating lake from the monument to Alfonso XII at the Retiro

Entry in madrid Alfonso XII, King of Spain (1857-1885)

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"Alfonso XII: A Monarch Remembered in Madrid's Retiro Park" The Monument to Alfonso XII stands tall and majestic in Buen Retiro Park, a symbol of the enduring legacy of King Alfonso XII of Spain. This captivating structure serves as a tribute to his reign from 1874 until his untimely death in 1885. In a vibrant color lithograph, we catch a glimpse of King Alfonso XII himself, regal and dignified. His presence is further immortalized through an enchanting engraving that captures the late monarch's noble visage. One such engraving depicts the grand Entry into Madrid, where he was welcomed with great fanfare beneath the Triumphal Arch on Calle de Alcala. Another engraving commemorates his marriage to Infanta Mercedes, showcasing their union as one filled with love and promise for Spain. Dressed in the uniform of the 15th Schleswig-Holstein Uhlans, King Alfonso XII exudes strength and authority in yet another striking engraving, and is evident that he took great pride in serving his country during times both peaceful and tumultuous. As we explore Madrid's Retiro Park, we encounter this magnificent monument once more – its statue representing not just an individual but also an era marked by progress and transformation under King Alfonso XII's rule. Today, visitors can admire this testament to history while strolling through lush gardens or boating on serene lakes within Retiro Park. The monument remains a cherished landmark that reminds us all of Spain's rich heritage and pays homage to one of its most influential leaders – Alfonso XII.