Leones Collection

Uniforms of the Portuguese cavalry, 1800s
Uniforms of the Portuguese Army, 1800s. Mounted Lisbon police guard 5, cavalryman from the Legion of Alorgna, and cavalryman from the Regiment of Alcantara

Alhambra Palace, Granada, Spain
Vintage c.1900 photograph: Alhambra Palace, Granada, Spain, The Patio of the Lions (Patio de los Leones)

Grenada, Spain - The Alhambra - Patio de los Leones. Date: 1914

Puerta de entrada al patio de los leones Alhambra
Puerta de entrada al patio de los leones, Alhambra, Granada; Juan Laurent (French, 1816 - 1892); Granada, Spain; 1875; Albumen silver print

Capitel del patio de los Leones. detalle con
Capitel del patio de los Leones. (detalle con escala de 1m.)(Alhambra); Juan Laurent (French, 1816 - 1892); Granada, Spain; 1875; Albumen silver print

Spain. Le󮮠Pantheon of the Kings
Royal Collegiate Church of San Isidoro. Royal Pantheon. 12th c. SPAIN. Le󮮠 Royal Collegiate Church of San Isidoro. Detail of the column. Romanesque art. Architecture

SPAIN. Bilbao. Spanish Civil War (1936-1939)

Court of Lions, Alhambra
Fountain at the Court of Lions (Patio de los Leones) at the Alhambra Palace, Granada, Spain

Dos Esfinges O Leones
Dos esfinges o leones androc falos bajo el gran dios Ahuramazda. s.V a.C. Glazing brick. Persian art. Achaemenid period

Grandolph Ad Leones
LORD RANDOLPH SPENCER Churchill, Tory politician lampooned in Punch following his letters about his exploits in Africa, published in the Daily Graphic

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"Roaring through history: The majestic leones of Alhambra Palace in Granada, Spain" Step into the enchanting world of Alhambra Palace, nestled in the heart of Granada, Spain. Among its many treasures lies a symbol that has captivated visitors for centuries - the leones. These magnificent creatures have left their mark on various aspects of Spanish culture and history. Dating back to the 1800s, the uniforms of the Portuguese cavalry proudly displayed emblems inspired by these regal beasts. Their fierce presence evoked bravery and strength as they galloped across battlefields. Within Grenada's iconic Alhambra complex stands the Patio de los Leones (Court of Lions), an architectural masterpiece adorned with intricately carved pillars featuring lion motifs. This breathtaking courtyard transports you to another era, where kings once held court under starlit skies. The grandeur continues at León Pantheon in Spain, where monarchs rest eternally surrounded by intricate sculptures depicting lions guarding their tombs. A testament to their power and nobility even beyond death. As you enter through Puerta de entrada al patio de los leones at Alhambra Palace, prepare to be mesmerized by every detail within this historical wonderland. From capitel del patio de los Leones showcasing exquisite craftsmanship to Dos Esfinges O Leones standing guard at every turn – each element tells a story steeped in rich heritage. Even during times of turmoil like the Spanish Civil War (1936-1939), these noble creatures remained a source of inspiration for artists such as Baltasar Jaime Martínez Compán y Bujanda. Through his work, he immortalized their resilience amidst chaos and uncertainty. Today, we stand in awe before these timeless symbols that have witnessed countless generations pass through Alhambra's gates. They remind us that strength can be found not only in physical might but also in the enduring legacy of art and culture.