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Bragance Collection

"Bragance: A Legacy of Royalty and Resilience" In the annals of history, Bragance stands as a symbol of regal grandeur and indomitable spirit

Background imageBragance Collection: King Manuel II of Portugal bidding farewell to his country, Adeus par nunca mais

King Manuel II of Portugal bidding farewell to his country, Adeus par nunca mais
XIR346384 King Manuel II of Portugal bidding farewell to his country, Adeus par nunca mais, illustration from Le Petit Journal, supplement illustre, 23rd October 1910 (colour litho) by French School

Background imageBragance Collection: Coffer, bearing the Braganza arms, c.1750-60 (gilt bronze and red morocco leather)

Coffer, bearing the Braganza arms, c.1750-60 (gilt bronze and red morocco leather)
BCC124770 Coffer, bearing the Braganza arms, c.1750-60 (gilt bronze and red morocco leather); Private Collection; Calmann & King Ltd.

Background imageBragance Collection: Arms of Teodosio II (1568-1630) Duke of Braganza (ceramic)

Arms of Teodosio II (1568-1630) Duke of Braganza (ceramic)
KW237494 Arms of Teodosio II (1568-1630) Duke of Braganza (ceramic) by Portuguese School, (16th century); Museo Nacional del Azulejo, Lisbon, Portugal; Portuguese, out of copyright

Background imageBragance Collection: Queen Dona Maria Isabel de Braganza, 1829 (oil on canvas)

Queen Dona Maria Isabel de Braganza, 1829 (oil on canvas)
SCP38702 Queen Dona Maria Isabel de Braganza, 1829 (oil on canvas) by Lopez y Piquer, Bernardo (1800-74); Prado, Madrid, Spain; (add.info)

Background imageBragance Collection: Catherine of Braganza (1638-1705) (oil on canvas)

Catherine of Braganza (1638-1705) (oil on canvas)
HSP198120 Catherine of Braganza (1638-1705) (oil on canvas) by Lely, Peter (1618-80) (studio of); Royal Hospital Chelsea, London, UK; (add.info.: daughter of King of Portugal; ); English

Background imageBragance Collection: Portugese Flags, from a French book of Flags, c. 1819 (colour litho)

Portugese Flags, from a French book of Flags, c. 1819 (colour litho)
STC103825 Portugese Flags, from a French book of Flags, c.1819 (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; French, out of copyright

Background imageBragance Collection: Staffordshire plate depicting King Charles II (1630-85) and Queen Catherine of Braganza

Staffordshire plate depicting King Charles II (1630-85) and Queen Catherine of Braganza
FIT55388 Staffordshire plate depicting King Charles II (1630-85) and Queen Catherine of Braganza (1638-1705) (earthenware) by Toft, Thomas (d.1689); Fitzwilliam Museum, University of Cambridge

Background imageBragance Collection: Maria-Barbara de Braganza (d. 1758) (oil on canvas)

Maria-Barbara de Braganza (d. 1758) (oil on canvas)
XIR156542 Maria-Barbara de Braganza (d.1758) (oil on canvas) by Amigoni, Jacopo (c. 1675-1752); Prado, Madrid, Spain; (add.info.: wife of Ferdinand VI, king of Spain; ); Italian, out of copyright

Background imageBragance Collection: Tragic boar hunt, the horse of Carlos I, King of Portugal, is killed under him, front

Tragic boar hunt, the horse of Carlos I, King of Portugal, is killed under him, front
XIR698864 Tragic boar hunt, the horse of Carlos I, King of Portugal, is killed under him, front cover illustration from Le Petit Journal, supplement illustre

Background imageBragance Collection: French Hosts, His Majesty Carlos I, King of Portugal, front cover illustration

French Hosts, His Majesty Carlos I, King of Portugal, front cover illustration
XIR698867 French Hosts, His Majesty Carlos I, King of Portugal, front cover illustration from Le Petit Journal, supplement illustre, 20th October 1895 (colour litho) by Meaulle

Background imageBragance Collection: Manuel II, King of Portugal, in Paris with Alfonso XIII, King of Spain, the two youngest

Manuel II, King of Portugal, in Paris with Alfonso XIII, King of Spain, the two youngest
XIR698865 Manuel II, King of Portugal, in Paris with Alfonso XIII, King of Spain, the two youngest sovereigns in Europe, front cover illustration from Le Petit Parisien

Background imageBragance Collection: Carlos I, King of Portugal and the Algarves, aiming a rifle at pigeons, front cover

Carlos I, King of Portugal and the Algarves, aiming a rifle at pigeons, front cover
XIR698863 Carlos I, King of Portugal and the Algarves, aiming a rifle at pigeons, front cover illustration from Le Petit Journal, supplement illustre

Background imageBragance Collection: Portuguese Revolution, King Manuel II of Portugal has just been dethroned, front

Portuguese Revolution, King Manuel II of Portugal has just been dethroned, front
XIR698857 Portuguese Revolution, King Manuel II of Portugal has just been dethroned, front cover illustration from Le Petit Parisien, supplement litteraire illustre

Background imageBragance Collection: The Portuguese sovereigns in Cherbourg, Admiral Touchard offering French roses to

The Portuguese sovereigns in Cherbourg, Admiral Touchard offering French roses to
XIR698855 The Portuguese sovereigns in Cherbourg, Admiral Touchard offering French roses to Her Majesty Queen Amelie of portugal, front cover illustration from Le Petit Journal, supplement illustre

Background imageBragance Collection: French Hosts, His Majesty Manuel II, King of Portugal, front cover illustration

French Hosts, His Majesty Manuel II, King of Portugal, front cover illustration
XIR698856 French Hosts, His Majesty Manuel II, King of Portugal, front cover illustration from Le Petit Journal, supplement illustre, 5th December 1909 (colour litho) by French School

Background imageBragance Collection: Portrait of Carlo Broschi (1705-82) Il Farinelli, after 1746 (oil on canvas)

Portrait of Carlo Broschi (1705-82) Il Farinelli, after 1746 (oil on canvas)
XAL253909 Portrait of Carlo Broschi (1705-82) Il Farinelli, after 1746 (oil on canvas) by Giaquinto, Corrado (1690-1765); Civico Museo Bibliografico Musicale, Bologna

Background imageBragance Collection: Maria Barbara de Braganza (d. 1758) Queen of Spain (oil)

Maria Barbara de Braganza (d. 1758) Queen of Spain (oil)
XJL215049 Maria Barbara de Braganza (d.1758) Queen of Spain (oil) by Dupra, Domenico (1689-1770); Prado, Madrid, Spain; Italian, out of copyright

Background imageBragance Collection: Portrait of Francisca Caroline de Braganca (1824-98) 1844 (oil on canvas)

Portrait of Francisca Caroline de Braganca (1824-98) 1844 (oil on canvas)
XIR181570 Portrait of Francisca Caroline de Braganca (1824-98) 1844 (oil on canvas) by Winterhalter, Franz Xaver (1805-73); 92x74 cm; ChAteau de Versailles, France; German, out of copyright

Background imageBragance Collection: Portrait of Catherine of Braganza (1638-1705), from Lodges British Portraits

Portrait of Catherine of Braganza (1638-1705), from Lodges British Portraits
KW178269 Portrait of Catherine of Braganza (1638-1705), from Lodges British Portraits, 1823 (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; Ken Welsh; English, out of copyright

Background imageBragance Collection: The Procession of Charles II (1630-85) and his New Queen, Catherine of Braganza

The Procession of Charles II (1630-85) and his New Queen, Catherine of Braganza
XJF106676 The Procession of Charles II (1630-85) and his New Queen, Catherine of Braganza (1638-1705) from Portsmouth to Hampton Court, 1662 (engraving) (b&w photo) by English School

Background imageBragance Collection: Portrait of Catharine of Braganza (1638-1705) engraved by Freeman (engraving) (b / w photo)

Portrait of Catharine of Braganza (1638-1705) engraved by Freeman (engraving) (b / w photo)
XJF105388 Portrait of Catharine of Braganza (1638-1705) engraved by Freeman (engraving) (b/w photo) by English School, (17th century); Private Collection; English, out of copyright


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"Bragance: A Legacy of Royalty and Resilience" In the annals of history, Bragance stands as a symbol of regal grandeur and indomitable spirit. From King Manuel II bidding farewell to his beloved Portugal with a heavy heart, to the captivating portrait of Catherine of Braganza exuding grace and elegance, each hint unravels a tale steeped in nobility. The Arms of Teodosio II, Duke of Braganza, crafted meticulously on ceramic, encapsulate the heraldry that defined this illustrious dynasty. Meanwhile, Queen Dona Maria Isabel de Braganza's oil painting captures her majesty's poise and charisma for eternity. A glimpse into the courtly life during Catherine's reign reveals an enchanting lady adorned in opulent attire. The brushstrokes on canvas immortalize her beauty and charm that captivated hearts across Europe. Carlos I, King of Portugal and Algarves' monochromatic portrait evokes solemnity amidst power. It serves as a poignant reminder of his reign marked by both triumphs and tribulations. Portuguese flags flutter proudly in vibrant lithographs from a French book - symbols representing centuries-old traditions cherished by its people. A Staffordshire plate commemorates the union between Charles II and Queen Catherine - an alliance that shaped history. Tragedy strikes when Carlos I faces peril during a boar hunt; his horse falls beneath him. This momentous event reflects not only bravery but also vulnerability within royalty itself. French hosts extend warm greetings to His Majesty Carlos I through an exquisite front cover illustration - showcasing diplomatic ties forged between nations during times fraught with uncertainty. Lastly, Manuel II finds solace in Paris alongside Alfonso XIII - two young monarchs seeking refuge amidst tumultuous times. Their bond represents resilience amid adversity while carrying their ancestral legacy forward. Bragance remains etched in our collective memory as an emblem of royalty, resilience, and the enduring spirit that transcends time.