Saldanha Collection

Plate, China, 1760 / 70. Creator: Jingdezhen Porcelain
Plate, China, 1760/70

The late Coup d Etat in Portugal, Captain Pina Vidal haranguing the Troops in their Quarters in Support of Saldanha
2772240 The late Coup d Etat in Portugal, Captain Pina Vidal haranguing the Troops in their Quarters in Support of Saldanha (engraving) by English School

The Duke of Saldanha, He might have been a king, 2 September 1871, Vanity Fair cartoon (colour litho)
611911 The Duke of Saldanha, He might have been a king, 2 September 1871, Vanity Fair cartoon (colour litho) by Tissot, James Jacques Joseph (1836-1902); Private Collection; (add.info)

Captain William Walpole intercepting the Duke of Saldanhas ships, Liberal Wars, 1829 (c1890)
Captain William Walpole intercepting the Duke of Saldanhas ships during the Liberal Wars fought over the Portuguese succession, 1829 (c1890)

He might have been a King, 1871. Artist: Coide
He might have been a King, 1871. Caricature of Joao Carlos, 1st Duke of Saldanha (1790-1876), Portuguese soldier and politician. Saldanha fought against the French during the Peninsular War

Saldanha / Joao Carlos
JOAO CARLOS DE SALDANHA OLIVEIRA E DAUN Portuguese general and politician Date: 1790 - 1876

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JOAO CARLOS duque de SALDANHA Portuguese statesman Date: 1790 - 1876

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JOAO CARLOS duque de SALDANHA Portuguese statesman Date: 1790 - 1876

The Late Duc De Saldanha, Portuguese Minister to the English Court, Engraving 1876

Sea chart of the coast of Namibia and South Africa, Jan Luyken, Johannes van Keulen (I), unknown, 1683 - 1799

CONGRESS OF VIENNA, 1815. The Congress of Vienna, 1815. Prince Klemens von Metternich stands fifth from the left, Robert Castlereagh is seated at center

The Late Duc De Saldanha, Portuguese Minister to the English Court, Engraving 1876

CONGRESS OF VIENNA, 1815. The Congress of Vienna, 1815. Arthur Wellesley, Duke of Wellington stands at far left, Prince Klemens von Metternich stands sixth from left

Battle of Santarem
Battle of SANTAREM : government forces under Marshal Saldanha totally defeat the Miguelists under Dom Miguel, who forthwith renounces claim to the throne

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"Saldanha: A Multifaceted Figure in History" Saldanha, a name that resonates with power and influence throughout history. From its origins as a plate crafted in China during the late 18th century by Jingdezhen Porcelain, to its depiction in engravings and cartoons, it has left an indelible mark. In the tumultuous times of Portugal's late Coup d'Etat, Captain Pina Vidal passionately rallied his troops in support of Saldanha. This engraving captures the fervor and determination that surrounded this influential figure, and is no wonder that even Vanity Fair immortalized him through their colorful litho cartoon titled "The Duke of Saldanha: He might have been a king" in 1871. However, not all encounters were filled with admiration for Saldanha. Captain William Walpole intercepted his ships during the Liberal Wars of 1829, showcasing the complexities surrounding his legacy. Yet despite these setbacks, artists like Coide continued to depict him as someone who could have ascended to royalty. Beyond political turmoil, Saldanha's reach extended beyond Portugal's borders. As Portuguese Minister to the English Court, he became an esteemed diplomat whose presence was captured in engravings such as "The Late Duc De Saldanha" from 1876. Even geographically speaking, Saldanha's influence stretched across continents. Jan Luyken and Johannes van Keulen depicted it on their sea chart along Namibia and South Africa's coastlines - a testament to its significance within maritime exploration. Lastly but certainly not leastly is its association with one of history's most significant events - The Congress of Vienna in 1815. Whether directly involved or indirectly impacted by decisions made at this gathering of world powers remains unknown; however, it showcases how deeply intertwined Saldanha was with historical events.