Haunting of Charles II of Spain, 19th century (engraving)

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Haunting of Charles II of Spain, 19th century (engraving)

CUL4857606 Haunting of Charles II of Spain, 19th century (engraving); (add.info.: CHARLES II of Spain (1661-1700). King of Spain (1665-1701). Haunting of Charles II. Engraving.); Photo © JBP/AIC

Media ID 38482154

© Photo © JBP/AIC / Bridgeman Images

A Lot Of People Appcultura Back And White Broker Charles Ii King Of Spain Charles Ii Of Spain Charles Ii The Bewitched Courtier Courtiers Crucifix Friar Friars Habsburg House Habsburg Monarchy Hapsburg King Charles Ii Of Spain Lot Of People

EDITORS COMMENTS
This haunting engraving captures the tragic and mysterious figure of Charles II of Spain, known as "the Bewitched." The last Habsburg ruler of Spain, Charles II's reign was plagued by physical and mental disabilities due to generations of inbreeding within the Habsburg family. In this 19th-century depiction, we see a solemn scene with Charles II surrounded by courtiers and monks, his frail figure juxtaposed against the imposing presence of a crucifix. The atmosphere is heavy with religious symbolism, reflecting the deeply ingrained Catholic faith that dominated Spanish society at the time. The artist has captured the essence of Charles II's troubled rule, marked by political instability and economic decline. His ghostly pallor and haunted expression hint at the inner turmoil he must have experienced as a king burdened by physical ailments and dynastic pressures. This print serves as a poignant reminder of the consequences of unchecked power and genetic manipulation in royal families. It invites us to reflect on how history is shaped not only by grand events but also by individual lives marked by tragedy and suffering. As we gaze upon this image, we are transported back to a tumultuous period in European history when kings were both revered figures and vulnerable mortals caught in the web of their own destinies.

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