Home > Europe > Spain > Barcelona
Don Juan de Borbon with his son, later King Juan Carlos I
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Mary Evans Picture Library
Don Juan de Borbon with his son, later King Juan Carlos I
JUAN CARLOS I of Spain (1938). King of Spain (1975-2014).; JUAN DE BORBON Y DE BATTENBERG (1913-1993). Count of Barcelona. Father of King Juan Carlos I. Don Juan de Borbon with his son Juan Carlos during their exile
Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries
Media ID 14224505
© Iberfoto
Barcelona Battenberg Borbon Carlos Count Exile Exiled Juan
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures a poignant moment in Spanish royal history, as Don Juan, Count of Barcelona and Duke of Seville (Don Juan de Borbón y Battenberg, 1913-1993), shares a tender moment with his young son, Juan Carlos, during their exile in Portugal in the 1960s. Don Juan, the claimant to the Spanish throne, had been ousted by General Francisco Franco in 1931, and spent decades in exile with his family. In this image, the father and son stand together, their gazes locked, as they face an uncertain future. Juan Carlos, born in 1938, would eventually succeed his father as King of Spain in 1975, following Franco's death and the transition to democracy. The young prince received his education in Switzerland and Spain, and later served in the Spanish military before being named heir to the throne. His reign, which lasted until 2014, was marked by modernization, economic growth, and a commitment to democratic governance. Despite the challenges and hardships of their exile, the bond between Don Juan and Juan Carlos remained strong. This photograph serves as a reminder of their unwavering love and dedication to each other and to the Spanish monarchy, which would eventually be restored to its rightful place in Spanish society.
MADE IN THE USA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
FREE COLORIZATION SERVICE
You can choose advanced AI Colorization for this picture at no extra charge!
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.
