Philip Ii King Of Spain And Portugal Collection

Scene from Tennyson's "Queen Mary" at the Lyceum Theatre, 1876. Creator: Unknown
Scene from Tennyson's "Queen Mary" at the Lyceum Theatre, 1876. London stage production. The Laureate has been careful to depict the more human relations

The Dairy Cow: The Dutch Provinces, Revolting against the Spanish King Philip II, Are Led by Prince Creator: Anon
The Dairy Cow: The Dutch Provinces, Revolting against the Spanish King Philip II, Are Led by Prince William of Orange, The States General Entreat Queen Elizabeth I for Aid, c.1633-c.1639

Allegory on the Abdication of Emperor Charles v in Brussels, c.1635-c.1640. Creator: Frans Francken II
Allegory on the Abdication of Emperor Charles v in Brussels, c.1635-c.1640. Other Title(s): Allegory of the Abdication of Emperor Charles V

Philip II, King of Spain, Reproaches William I, Prince of Orange, in Vlissingen upon...1559, 1832
Philip II, King of Spain, Reproaches William I, Prince of Orange, in Vlissingen upon his Departure from the Netherlands in 1559, 1832

Philip II, King of Spain. Creator: Christoffel van Sichem I
Philip II, King of Spain

Phillip II of Spain, possibly 1585. Creator: Hieronymous Wierix
Phillip II of Spain, possibly 1585

Phillip II, King of Spain, 1586. Creator: Hieronymous Wierix
Phillip II, King of Spain, 1586

Philip II, of Spain, 1588, 1888. Creator: Rose
Philip II, of Spain, 1588, 1888. From, The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper Volume38. July to December, 1888

Philippe II, roi d Espagne. Creator: Jean Morin
Philippe II, roi d Espagne

Philip II, King of Spain, from the series Counts and Countesses of Holland, Zeeland, and West-Frisia, 1650

Le triomphe d Anvers faict en la susception du Prince Philips, Prince d Espaign[e], 1550

Plate 25: Philip crowned King of Spain by his father, Charles V; from Guillielmus Becanuss Serenissimi Principis Ferdinandi, Hispaniarum Infantis... 1636

Arrangement in Black, No. 3: Sir Henry Irving as Philip II of Spain, 1876, reworked 1885

S. Gardiner, (1483-1555), 1830. Creator: Unknown
S. Gardiner, (1483- 1555), 1830. Stephen Gardiner (1483- 555) English bishop and politician during the English Reformation, educated at Trinity Hall

The Escurial, near Madrid, 1890. Creator: Unknown
The Escurial, near Madrid, 1890. El Escorial, historic residence of the King of Spain, in San Lorenzo de El Escorial. Philip II of Spain engaged Spanish architect Juan Bautista de Toledo on designs

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Philip II, King of Spain and Portugal, was a powerful ruler who reigned over one of the largest empires in history. Known for his strong Catholic faith and dedication to expanding Spanish influence, he oversaw the colonization of the Americas and fought numerous wars to defend his territories. During his reign, Philip II faced challenges such as the Protestant Reformation and conflicts with other European powers. Despite these obstacles, he managed to maintain control over a vast empire that stretched across Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Americas. Philip II's rule was marked by grandeur and opulence, with lavish palaces and extravagant court ceremonies. He was also a patron of the arts, supporting famous artists like El Greco and Titian. However, Philip II's legacy is not without controversy. His harsh treatment of religious minorities and brutal suppression of revolts in places like the Netherlands have led some historians to criticize his reign as oppressive.