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Knight - Grand Cross of the Royal Order of Isabella
Knight with the insignia of the Grand Cross of the Royal Order of Isabella the Catholic, a distinction created in 1815, during the reign of King Ferdinand VII, in honor of Queen Isabella I. Chromolithography. Historia de las Ordenes de Caballeria y de las Condecoraciones Espanolas (History of the Orders of Chivalry and the Spanish Decorations). Madrid, 1865. Date: 2021
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1815 Chromolithography Cylinder Decorations Distinction Ferdinand Honor Isabel Isabella Knight Medal Medallion Membership Merit Nation Orden Order Real Reign Topper Catolica
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1. Title: A Distinguished Knight of the Grand Cross of the Royal Order of Isabella the Catholic This chromolithography print depicts a knight proudly wearing the insignia of the Grand Cross of the Royal Order of Isabella the Catholic. Established in 1815 during the reign of King Ferdinand VII in honor of Queen Isabella I, this Spanish order of chivalry and decoration is one of the most prestigious distinctions in the history of the Spanish monarchy. The knight in the print is dressed in formal attire, donning a black suit, white shirt, and a top hat adorned with a black topper. He wears the Grand Cross of the Order of Isabella the Catholic, which consists of a gold cross pattée with a blue enameled center, surmounted by a white enameled Maltese cross. The cross is suspended from a red sash with gold fringes and a gold star. The Order of Isabella the Catholic was created to recognize merit, service, and loyalty to the Spanish nation. The distinction has been bestowed upon numerous prominent figures, including politicians, military leaders, artists, and intellectuals, throughout the 19th and early 20th centuries. This print is taken from the book "Historia de las Ordenes de Caballeria y de las Condecoraciones Espanolas" (History of the Orders of Chivalry and the Spanish Decorations), published in Madrid in 1865. The chromolithography technique used to create the print allowed for rich, vibrant colors and intricate details, making it an exquisite representation of the Grand Cross of the Royal Order of Isabella the Catholic. The Order of Isabella the Catholic continues to be an important part of Spanish history and heritage, symbolizing the monarchy's commitment to recognizing exceptional achievements and contributions to the nation.
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