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Queen Isabella Ii Of Spain Collection

Queen Isabella II of Spain was a controversial and complex figure in Spanish history

Background imageQueen Isabella Ii Of Spain Collection: Her Majesty the Queen of Spain, 1860. Creator: Unknown

Her Majesty the Queen of Spain, 1860. Creator: Unknown
Her Majesty the Queen of Spain, 1860. In person Isabella inherits much of the comeliness of her mother. She is above the middle height, well-proportioned, with rich auburn hair, and soft

Background imageQueen Isabella Ii Of Spain Collection: Isabella II (1830-1904), reg. Queen of Spain, married to King Francis of Spain, c19th century

Isabella II (1830-1904), reg. Queen of Spain, married to King Francis of Spain, c19th century. Creator: Anon
Isabella II (1830-1904), reg. Queen of Spain, married to King Francis of Spain, c19th century

Background imageQueen Isabella Ii Of Spain Collection: Opening of the Spanish Cortes by Queen Isabella, 1850. Creator: Unknown

Opening of the Spanish Cortes by Queen Isabella, 1850. Creator: Unknown
Opening of the Spanish Cortes by Queen Isabella, 1850. Ceremony in Madrid to celebrate the inauguration of the newly built Palacio de las Cortes, seat of the Spanish parliament

Background imageQueen Isabella Ii Of Spain Collection: Opening of the Spanish Cortes - the Royal Procession to the New Palace of Congress, 1850

Opening of the Spanish Cortes - the Royal Procession to the New Palace of Congress, 1850. Creator: Unknown
Opening of the Spanish Cortes - the Royal Procession to the New Palace of Congress, 1850. Ceremony in Madrid to celebrate the inauguration of the newly built Palacio de las Cortes

Background imageQueen Isabella Ii Of Spain Collection: Inauguration of the Statue of Queen Isabella II, at Madrid, 1850. Creator: Unknown

Inauguration of the Statue of Queen Isabella II, at Madrid, 1850. Creator: Unknown
Inauguration of the Statue of Queen Isabella II, at Madrid, 1850. The 10th October, the twentieth birthday of Queen Isabella II

Background imageQueen Isabella Ii Of Spain Collection: Isabella II, Queen of Spain (oil on canvas)

Isabella II, Queen of Spain (oil on canvas)
CUL4847463 Isabella II, Queen of Spain (oil on canvas) by Spanish School, (19th century); Army Museum, Toledo, Spain; (add.info.: Isabella II (1830-1904). Queen of Spain (1833-1868). Oil on canvas

Background imageQueen Isabella Ii Of Spain Collection: Portrait of Isabella II as a child (oil on canvas)

Portrait of Isabella II as a child (oil on canvas)
CUL4847412 Portrait of Isabella II as a child (oil on canvas) by Lopez y Portana, Vicente (1772-1850); Army Museum, Toledo, Spain; (add.info.: By Vicente LOPEZ Y PORTANA (1772-1850) Toledo

Background imageQueen Isabella Ii Of Spain Collection: Isabella II (1830-1904). Queen of Spain (engraving)

Isabella II (1830-1904). Queen of Spain (engraving)
CUL4872687 Isabella II (1830-1904). Queen of Spain (engraving) by Unknown Artist, (19th century); Biblioteca Nacional, Madrid, Spain; (add.info.: Isabella II (1830-1904). Queen of Spain (1833-1868)

Background imageQueen Isabella Ii Of Spain Collection: Isabella II of Spain (engraving)

Isabella II of Spain (engraving)
816794 Isabella II of Spain (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Isabella II, Queen of Spain.); Look and Learn / Elgar Collection

Background imageQueen Isabella Ii Of Spain Collection: Madrid - the Queen passing La Buena Vista, in La Alcala, 1845. Creator: Unknown

Madrid - the Queen passing La Buena Vista, in La Alcala, 1845. Creator: Unknown
Madrid - the Queen passing La Buena Vista, in La Alcala, 1845. Crowds watch the carriage of Isabella II of Spain. The large square building, conspicuous in the centre, is the palace La Buena Vista

Background imageQueen Isabella Ii Of Spain Collection: Grand Review at Madrid, 1845. Creator: Unknown

Grand Review at Madrid, 1845. Creator: Unknown
Grand Review at Madrid, 1845....Cavalry and Infantry, in the Court-yard of the New Palace at Madrid; her Majesty [Isabella II of Spain]



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Queen Isabella II of Spain was a controversial and complex figure in Spanish history. Ascending to the throne at just three years old, she faced numerous challenges throughout her reign. Despite her young age, she quickly became known for her strong will and determination. Isabella's rule was marked by political turmoil, with factions vying for power and influence over the young queen. She faced multiple uprisings and revolts during her time on the throne, leading to a tumultuous period in Spanish history. Despite these challenges, Isabella II also made significant contributions to Spain during her reign. She oversaw important reforms in education, infrastructure, and industry that helped modernize the country. However, Isabella's personal life was often overshadowed by scandal and controversy. Her turbulent relationships with various men led to rumors of infidelity and illegitimate children. In 1868, after decades of unrest and dissatisfaction with her rule, Isabella II was forced into exile following a military coup. She spent the rest of her life moving between different European countries before eventually settling in France. Queen Isabella II remains a divisive figure in Spanish history - some view her as a progressive monarch who brought much-needed reform to Spain while others see her as a symbol of corruption and instability. Regardless of one's opinion on her legacy, there is no denying that Queen Isabella II left an indelible mark on Spanish history.