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Luis de Requesens y Zuniga (1528-1576). Spanish military
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Luis de Requesens y Zuniga (1528-1576). Spanish military
Luis de Requesens y Zuniga (1528-1576). Spanish military, poltician and diplomat. Governor of the Duchy of Milan (1572-1573) and the Netherlands (1573-1576). Portrait, detail. Illustration by Llanta. Lithography. Cronica General de Espana. Historia Ilustrada y Descriptiva de sus Provincias. Asturias and Leon, 1867. Date: 2018
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Ambassador Bearded Cronica Diplomacy Diplomat Duchy Espana Felipe Garment Gorget Governor Headdress League Lepanto Lithography Llanta Luis Milan Order Philip Reign Requesens Ruff Ruler Santiago Zuniga
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This portrait depicts Luis de Requesens y Zuniga (1528-1576), a prominent Spanish military, political, and diplomatic figure of the 16th century. Born into a noble family, Requesens rose to prominence during the reign of Philip II of Spain, serving as the Governor of the Duchy of Milan (1572-1573) and the Netherlands (1573-1576). The image, created through the intricate process of lithography by the skilled artist Llanta, is an exquisite detail from the illustrated historical chronicle "Cronica General de Espana" published in Asturias and Leon in 1867. Requesens is depicted wearing the insignia of a commander of the Order of Santiago, a prestigious Spanish chivalric order. He dons a bearded face, adorned with a cap and a gorget, as well as a ruff collar, typical of the fashionable attire of the modern period. Requesens played a significant role in European history during the era of the Holy League, when Spain and other European powers sought to counteract the Ottoman Empire's expansion. He was an ambassador to the Pope and played a pivotal role in the Battle of Lepanto (1571), a major naval victory against the Ottomans. His diplomatic skills and military prowess were crucial in maintaining Spain's dominance during this period. This evocative portrait encapsulates the grandeur and sophistication of the Spanish Empire during the 16th century, providing a glimpse into the life of a remarkable figure who left an indelible mark on European history.
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