Riego Collection

RIEGO, Rafael de (1785-1823). Spanish liberal military man, leader of the military coup of 1820. Romanticism. Oil on canvas. SPAIN. MADRID (AUTONOMOUS COMMUNITY). Madrid

Rafael del Riego (1784-1823). Portrait - J. Cebrian
Rafael del Riego (1784-1823). Spanish military and politician. He proclaimed the liberal Constitution of Cadiz, In Cabezas de San Juan (province of Sevilla, Andalusia)

Rafael del Riego (1785-1823), 1814-1823. Anonymous portrait
Rafael del Riego (1785-1823). Spanish military and politician. He proclaimed the liberal Constitution of Cadiz, In Cabezas de San Juan (province of Sevilla, Andalusia)

Himno de Riego (chromolitho)
724668 Himno de Riego (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Himno de Riego. National anthem of Spain during the Trienio Liberal (1820-1823)

Uprising of Cabezas de San Juan (1 January 1820), military uprising with Colonel Rafael de Riego at front proclaiming again the 1812 Constitution

Run of the revolutionary column of General Rafael del Riego after his pronouncement in Cabezas de San Juan on January 1, 1820, lithograph, 1880

Cartoon entitled Hallelujah of the Constitution of 1812, depicting the pronouncement of General Riego. Municipal History Museum of Cadiz. Spain

Rafael Del Riego - 1
RAFAEL DEL RIEGO y Nunez Spanish military commander in the war against Napoleon, Date: 1785 - 1823

Maria Teresa Del Riego
MARIA TERESA DEL RIEGO wife and subsequently widow of Rafael del Riego, Spanish patriot and military commander - she took refuge in England and died in Chelsea. Date: ? - 1824

Spanish Civil War of 1820-1823. Pack of cards

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Riego: A Revolutionary Hero Rafael del Riego, a name etched in the annals of Spanish history as a symbol of rebellion and courage. Born in 1784, this portrait by J. Cebrian captures his charismatic presence, hinting at the fire that burned within him. From 1814 to 1823, Riego's life was marked by constant struggle against tyranny. An anonymous portrait from that era portrays him as a man with determination etched on his face - a leader ready to fight for justice. The Himno de Riego, depicted here in chromolitho form, became an anthem of hope for those yearning for freedom. It echoed through the streets during times of unrest and inspired many to join his cause. However, not all stories have happy endings. The trial scene shows the jibe and execution of General Rafael de Riego - a stark reminder of the price he paid for challenging authority. One pivotal moment was the Uprising of Cabezas de San Juan in January 1820 when Colonel Riego led a military revolt against oppression. This event set off a chain reaction that shook Spain to its core. In another image captured here, we witness the revolutionary column led by General Rafael del Riego after he proclaimed his allegiance to change. The run towards liberation is evident on their faces - hope shining bright amidst uncertainty. A cartoon entitled "Hallelujah" depicts jubilation over the Constitution of 1812 - an important document championed by Riego himself. Its principles aimed at safeguarding individual rights and limiting monarchical power. Maria Teresa Del Riego stands proudly beside her husband in one photograph; her unwavering support serving as testament to their shared vision for a better Spain. Yet tragedy loomed large over them both. The torture endured by Rafael del Riego on his way to execution serves as a haunting reminder of how far despotic regimes would go to silence dissent.