El Prudente Collection

Scene from Tennyson's "Queen Mary" at the Lyceum Theatre, 1876. Creator: Unknown
Scene from Tennyson's "Queen Mary" at the Lyceum Theatre, 1876. London stage production. The Laureate has been careful to depict the more human relations

The Dairy Cow: The Dutch Provinces, Revolting against the Spanish King Philip II, Are Led by Prince Creator: Anon
The Dairy Cow: The Dutch Provinces, Revolting against the Spanish King Philip II, Are Led by Prince William of Orange, The States General Entreat Queen Elizabeth I for Aid, c.1633-c.1639

Allegory on the Abdication of Emperor Charles v in Brussels, c.1635-c.1640. Creator: Frans Francken II
Allegory on the Abdication of Emperor Charles v in Brussels, c.1635-c.1640. Other Title(s): Allegory of the Abdication of Emperor Charles V

Philip II, King of Spain, Reproaches William I, Prince of Orange, in Vlissingen upon...1559, 1832
Philip II, King of Spain, Reproaches William I, Prince of Orange, in Vlissingen upon his Departure from the Netherlands in 1559, 1832

Philip II, King of Spain. Creator: Christoffel van Sichem I
Philip II, King of Spain

Phillip II of Spain, possibly 1585. Creator: Hieronymous Wierix
Phillip II of Spain, possibly 1585

Phillip II, King of Spain, 1586. Creator: Hieronymous Wierix
Phillip II, King of Spain, 1586

Philip II, of Spain, 1588, 1888. Creator: Rose
Philip II, of Spain, 1588, 1888. From, The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper Volume38. July to December, 1888

Philippe II, roi d Espagne. Creator: Jean Morin
Philippe II, roi d Espagne

Philip II, King of Spain, from the series Counts and Countesses of Holland, Zeeland, and West-Frisia, 1650

Le triomphe d Anvers faict en la susception du Prince Philips, Prince d Espaign[e], 1550

Plate 25: Philip crowned King of Spain by his father, Charles V; from Guillielmus Becanuss Serenissimi Principis Ferdinandi, Hispaniarum Infantis... 1636

Arrangement in Black, No. 3: Sir Henry Irving as Philip II of Spain, 1876, reworked 1885

S. Gardiner, (1483-1555), 1830. Creator: Unknown
S. Gardiner, (1483- 1555), 1830. Stephen Gardiner (1483- 555) English bishop and politician during the English Reformation, educated at Trinity Hall

The Escurial, near Madrid, 1890. Creator: Unknown
The Escurial, near Madrid, 1890. El Escorial, historic residence of the King of Spain, in San Lorenzo de El Escorial. Philip II of Spain engaged Spanish architect Juan Bautista de Toledo on designs

Philip II. Of Spain and the Netherlands, c1930. Creator: Unknown
Philip II. Of Spain and the Netherlands, c1930. Philip II of Spain (1527-1598), called the Prudent, was King of Spain, King of Portugal, King of Naples and Sicily

Philip (of England and Spain) hears of his wifes death, 1897. Creator: John Leech
Philip (of England and Spain) hears of his wifes death, 1897.Philip celebrates by throwing his hat in the air. (King Philip II of Spain (1527-1598) married Queen Mary I of England (1516-1558) in 1554

Philip of Spain, 1897. Creator: John Leech
Philip of Spain, 1897. King Philip in feathered cap, ruff, cape, doublet and hose. (King Philip II of Spain (1527-1598) married Queen Mary I of England (1516-1558) in 1554)

Philip and Mary, 1897. Creator: John Leech
Philip and Mary, 1897. King Philip II of Spain and Queen Mary I of England at breakfast. Philip hides behind an anachronistic newspaper, while Mary looks grumpy

Philipp II, (1933). Creator: Unknown
Philipp II, (1933). Portrait of a nobleman, previously thought to have been a portrait of King Philip II of Spain and Portugal (1527-1598)

Queen Marys Chair in Winchester Cathedral. A. D. 1554. 1928
Queen Marys Chair in Winchester Cathedral. A.D. 1554. 1928. This leather and wooden chair was used during the lavish wedding ceremony of Queen Mary I

Konig Philipp II. Von Spanien 1527-1598. - Gemalde von Tizian, 1934
Konig Philipp II. Von Spanien 1527-1598. 1934. Philip II of Spain (1527-1598), called the Prudent was King of Spain 1556-98. From Die Groszen der Weltgelchichte. [Ecktein-Halpaus, Dresden, 1934]

Philip II of Spain, c16th century, (1904). Philip II, (1527-1598), King of Spain. After Anthonis Van Dashorst (c1517-1577). From James I. and VI, by T. F. Henderson. [Goupil & Co

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"El Prudente: A Glimpse into the Life of Philip II, King of Spain" Step back in time to the era of Philip II, a prominent figure who shaped history. Born in 1527, this Spanish monarch ruled with wisdom and caution during his reign from 1556 to 1598. Known as "El Prudente, " he navigated through turbulent times and left an indelible mark on Europe. Philip II's legacy is captured in various artistic representations throughout history. In Rose's creation from 1588, we see a portrayal of the king alongside other influential figures like Jean Morin's depiction of Philippe II, roi d'Espagne. These artworks serve as windows into the past, allowing us to glimpse the regal presence and power that defined Philip II. One notable event was his coronation as King of Spain by his father Charles V, depicted in Plate 25. This pivotal moment solidified his position as ruler and set him on a path filled with challenges and triumphs alike. In Arrangement in Black No. 3 by Rose (1876), Sir Henry Irving embodies Philip II on stage—a testament to how this historical figure continued to captivate audiences long after his death. The reworked version in 1885 further emphasizes Irving's portrayal of El Prudente’s complex character. Beyond artistry lies architecture; The Escurial near Madrid stands tall even today as a symbol of Philip II's grandeur and vision for Spain. Constructed between 1563-1584, it showcases both religious devotion and political authority—an architectural marvel befitting such an influential ruler. Philip II also played a significant role in shaping relations between England and Spain during his marriage to Mary I—depicted poignantly by John Leech in various illustrations from 1897. These images capture moments ranging from personal grief upon hearing about Queen Mary’s demise to their joint reign and the impact it had on both nations.