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Isabella I The Catholic 1451 1504 Collection

Isabella I, also known as Isabella the Catholic, was a remarkable woman who left an indelible mark on history

Background imageIsabella I The Catholic 1451 1504 Collection: The Catholic Kings Ferdinand II of Aragon (1479-1516) and Isabella I the Catholic or Castilian

The Catholic Kings Ferdinand II of Aragon (1479-1516) and Isabella I the Catholic or Castilian (1451-1504)
AIS5380102 The Catholic Kings Ferdinand II of Aragon (1479-1516) and Isabella I the Catholic or Castilian (1451-1504) at their wedding in Valladolid in 1469

Background imageIsabella I The Catholic 1451 1504 Collection: Christopher Columbus before the Queen of Spain Isabella 1st of Castile (known as the Catholic)

Christopher Columbus before the Queen of Spain Isabella 1st of Castile (known as the Catholic) (1451-1504)
NWI4846921 Christopher Columbus before the Queen of Spain Isabella 1st of Castile (known as the Catholic) (1451-1504) and King Ferdinand II of Aragon (1452-1516)

Background imageIsabella I The Catholic 1451 1504 Collection: Representation of Queen Isabella Iere of Castile (known as the Catholic) (1451-1504)

Representation of Queen Isabella Iere of Castile (known as the Catholic) (1451-1504)
ELD4905253 Representation of Queen Isabella Iere of Castile (known as the Catholic) (1451-1504) and King Ferdinand II of Aragon (1452-1516)

Background imageIsabella I The Catholic 1451 1504 Collection: Tomb of the Catholic kings Ferdinand II of Aragon (1479-1516)

Tomb of the Catholic kings Ferdinand II of Aragon (1479-1516) and Isabella Iere the Catholic or Castile (1451-1504)
AIS5368026 Tomb of the Catholic kings Ferdinand II of Aragon (1479-1516) and Isabella Iere the Catholic or Castile (1451-1504) (marble) by Fancelli

Background imageIsabella I The Catholic 1451 1504 Collection: A Woman, traditionally identified as Isabella I of Castile, c. 1492-97 (oil on panel)

A Woman, traditionally identified as Isabella I of Castile, c. 1492-97 (oil on panel)
7358111 A Woman, traditionally identified as Isabella I of Castile, c.1492-97 (oil on panel) by Provost, Jan II (1465-1529); 33.3 -- 23.5 cm; Yale University Art Gallery, New Haven, CT

Background imageIsabella I The Catholic 1451 1504 Collection: Christopher Columbus at the Court of Queen Isabella of Spain

Christopher Columbus at the Court of Queen Isabella of Spain
7278818 Christopher Columbus at the Court of Queen Isabella of Spain by Unknown Artist, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Christopher Columbus at the Court of Queen Isabella of Spain)

Background imageIsabella I The Catholic 1451 1504 Collection: Isabella the Catholic, Isabel la Catolica

Isabella the Catholic, Isabel la Catolica
7286261 Isabella the Catholic, Isabel la Catolica; Private Collection; (add.info.: Isabella the Catholic, Isabel la Catolica, 1451-1504. Queen of Castile and of Aragon)

Background imageIsabella I The Catholic 1451 1504 Collection: Representation of the Catholic kings Ferdinand II (1452-1516

Representation of the Catholic kings Ferdinand II (1452-1516
JLJ4664036 Representation of the Catholic kings Ferdinand II (1452-1516) and Isabella 1st of Castile (1451-1504) holding a boot of wild fennel

Background imageIsabella I The Catholic 1451 1504 Collection: Christopher Columbus and the Pinzon brothers leaving the port of Palos in Spain

Christopher Columbus and the Pinzon brothers leaving the port of Palos in Spain
GIA4784180 Christopher Columbus and the Pinzon brothers leaving the port of Palos in Spain on 03/08/1492 for the New World

Background imageIsabella I The Catholic 1451 1504 Collection: Christopher Columbus and the Pinzon brothers leaving the port of Palos in Spain

Christopher Columbus and the Pinzon brothers leaving the port of Palos in Spain
GIA4783958 Christopher Columbus and the Pinzon brothers leaving the port of Palos in Spain on 03/08/1492 for the New World

Background imageIsabella I The Catholic 1451 1504 Collection: Reception of Christopher Columbus (1451-1506) by the kings of Spain Ferdinand II of

Reception of Christopher Columbus (1451-1506) by the kings of Spain Ferdinand II of
JLJ4612808 Reception of Christopher Columbus (1451-1506) by the kings of Spain Ferdinand II of Aragon and Isabella 1st of Castile (called the Catholic)

Background imageIsabella I The Catholic 1451 1504 Collection: Front and back of an Excelente d Or with the profile of Ferdinand II of Aragon

Front and back of an Excelente d Or with the profile of Ferdinand II of Aragon
GIA4814399 Front and back of an Excelente d Or with the profile of Ferdinand II of Aragon and Isabella 1st of Castile (called the Catholic)

Background imageIsabella I The Catholic 1451 1504 Collection: Representation of the Queen of Spain Isabella the Catholic (1451-1504)

Representation of the Queen of Spain Isabella the Catholic (1451-1504)
JLJ4664043 Representation of the Queen of Spain Isabella the Catholic (1451-1504), her daughter Jeanne Iere the Folle (1479-1555) and Pedro Marcuello

Background imageIsabella I The Catholic 1451 1504 Collection: Portrait of Isabella I the Catholic (1451 - 1504), Queen of Castile after hombres y

Portrait of Isabella I the Catholic (1451 - 1504), Queen of Castile after hombres y
XEE4403673 Portrait of Isabella I the Catholic (1451 - 1504), Queen of Castile after hombres y Mujeres celebres. Barcelona 1877

Background imageIsabella I The Catholic 1451 1504 Collection: Portrait of Queen Isabella of Castile (Isabella 1st the Catholic) (1451-1504)

Portrait of Queen Isabella of Castile (Isabella 1st the Catholic) (1451-1504)
GIA4713941 Portrait of Queen Isabella of Castile (Isabella 1st the Catholic) (1451-1504). Engraving of the 19th century. by Unknown Artist

Background imageIsabella I The Catholic 1451 1504 Collection: Portrait of Isabella I the Catholic (1451 - 1504), Queen of Castile

Portrait of Isabella I the Catholic (1451 - 1504), Queen of Castile
GIA4734014 Portrait of Isabella I the Catholic (1451 - 1504), Queen of Castile. by Unknown Artist, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Portrait of Isabella I the Catholic (1451 - 1504)

Background imageIsabella I The Catholic 1451 1504 Collection: Reception of Christopher Columbus (1451-1506) by the kings of Spain Ferdinand II of

Reception of Christopher Columbus (1451-1506) by the kings of Spain Ferdinand II of
JLJ4974489 Reception of Christopher Columbus (1451-1506) by the kings of Spain Ferdinand II of Aragon and Isabella 1st of Castile (called the Catholic)

Background imageIsabella I The Catholic 1451 1504 Collection: Virgin of the Catholic Monarchs, 1491-1493 (oil on panel)

Virgin of the Catholic Monarchs, 1491-1493 (oil on panel)
XEE5033279 Virgin of the Catholic Monarchs, 1491-1493 (oil on panel) by Spanish School, (15th century); 123x112 cm; (add.info)

Background imageIsabella I The Catholic 1451 1504 Collection: Christopher Columbus presents indigenous people at Ferdinand II

Christopher Columbus presents indigenous people at Ferdinand II
JLJ4563611 Christopher Columbus presents indigenous people at Ferdinand II and Isabella 1st of Castile in Barcelona: the presentation of the inhabitants of the Americas to Catholic kings by

Background imageIsabella I The Catholic 1451 1504 Collection: Christopher Columbus. On the left, portrait of Isabella the Catholic

Christopher Columbus. On the left, portrait of Isabella the Catholic
XEE4412082 Christopher Columbus. On the left, portrait of Isabella the Catholic, Queen of Castile (1451-1504). Spanish chromolithography of the 19th century by Unknown Artist

Background imageIsabella I The Catholic 1451 1504 Collection: The first trip: Christopher Columbus greeting Queen Isabella of Castile to the port of

The first trip: Christopher Columbus greeting Queen Isabella of Castile to the port of
XEE4410376 The first trip: Christopher Columbus greeting Queen Isabella of Castile to the port of Palos before departure in 1492

Background imageIsabella I The Catholic 1451 1504 Collection: The great Spanish inquisitor, Fray Tomas de Torquemada (1420-1498)

The great Spanish inquisitor, Fray Tomas de Torquemada (1420-1498)
XEE4406361 The great Spanish inquisitor, Fray Tomas de Torquemada (1420-1498), among the Catholic kings Ferdinand II of Aragon and Isabella of Castile, 1478

Background imageIsabella I The Catholic 1451 1504 Collection: Christopher Columbus at the court of Isabella 1st of Spain

Christopher Columbus at the court of Isabella 1st of Spain
GIA4814242 Christopher Columbus at the court of Isabella 1st of Spain, called the Catholic or Castile. chromolithographof the 19th century

Background imageIsabella I The Catholic 1451 1504 Collection: King Ferdinand II, King of Aragon and Sicily (1452 - 1516), Joan

King Ferdinand II, King of Aragon and Sicily (1452 - 1516), Joan
JLJ4664078 King Ferdinand II, King of Aragon and Sicily (1452 - 1516), Joan, Queen of Castile (1479 - 1555) and Isabella 1st of Castile (known as the Catholic), Queen of Spain (1451 - 1504)

Background imageIsabella I The Catholic 1451 1504 Collection: Portrait in medallion of Isabelle 1st the Catholic or Castile - engraving, 19th century

Portrait in medallion of Isabelle 1st the Catholic or Castile - engraving, 19th century
LSE4093276 Portrait in medallion of Isabelle 1st the Catholic or Castile - engraving, 19th century. by Unknown Artist, (19th century); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris

Background imageIsabella I The Catholic 1451 1504 Collection: Isabella I of Castile, known as the Catholic (1451-1504), Queen of Castile

Isabella I of Castile, known as the Catholic (1451-1504), Queen of Castile
XEE4404942 Isabella I of Castile, known as the Catholic (1451-1504), Queen of Castile. by Unknown Artist, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Isabella I of Castile)

Background imageIsabella I The Catholic 1451 1504 Collection: The great Spanish inquisitor, Fray Tomas de Torquemada (1420-1498)

The great Spanish inquisitor, Fray Tomas de Torquemada (1420-1498)
XEE4404410 The great Spanish inquisitor, Fray Tomas de Torquemada (1420-1498), among the Catholic kings Ferdinand II and Isabella 1st of Castile, 1478

Background imageIsabella I The Catholic 1451 1504 Collection: The return of Christopher Columbus to Spain before King Ferdinand II of Aragon

The return of Christopher Columbus to Spain before King Ferdinand II of Aragon
GIA4814223 The return of Christopher Columbus to Spain before King Ferdinand II of Aragon and Isabella 1st of Castile (called the Catholic) after discovering America. Engraving of the 19th century



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Isabella I, also known as Isabella the Catholic, was a remarkable woman who left an indelible mark on history. Born in 1451, she ruled as Queen of Castile from 1474 until her death in 1504. Isabella's reign was characterized by her unwavering devotion to Catholicism and her determination to strengthen Spain both politically and economically. One of the most iconic images associated with Isabella is the Tomb of the Catholic Kings, where she rests alongside her husband Ferdinand II of Aragon. This magnificent marble monument serves as a testament to their powerful partnership and shared vision for a united Spain. In addition to being a formidable ruler, Isabella was also an avid patroness of the arts. A famous painting from around 1492-97 depicts a woman believed to be Isabella herself, showcasing her regal beauty and elegance. This oil on panel artwork captures her essence as a queen who exuded grace and authority. Isabella's support for exploration led to one of history's most significant voyages - Christopher Columbus' journey across the Atlantic Ocean, and is said that he presented his plans at court before Queen Isabella, seeking sponsorship for his ambitious expedition. The meeting between Columbus and Queen Isabella has been immortalized in various artistic representations throughout history. The title "Isabel la Catolica" bestowed upon her reflects not only her religious fervor but also highlights how deeply rooted faith was in every aspect of her life and rule. She sought unity within Christianity while simultaneously expanding Spanish influence beyond its borders. Coins minted during their reign bear witness to their joint rule; golden coins featuring profiles of Ferdinand II serve as tangible reminders of their economic prosperity under this dynamic duo's leadership. A portrait capturing Isabella I showcases not just physical attributes but also hints at the strength that lay within this remarkable queen. Her gaze speaks volumes about her determination and resilience amidst challenges faced during turbulent times.