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Abdications of Bayonne (1808). Charles IV hands
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Abdications of Bayonne (1808). Charles IV hands
Abdications of Bayonne (1808). Charles IV hands over the throne of Spain to Napoleon in the presence of his son Ferdinand VII. Engraving. SPAIN. Madrid. Museo de Historia
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This engraving captures a pivotal moment in European history: the Abdications of Bayonne (1808), in which King Charles IV of Spain (1748-1819) relinquishes the throne to Napoleon Bonaparte (1769-1821). The scene takes place in the Palace of Bayonne in France, where Charles IV is shown handing over the royal insignia to the French emperor in the presence of his son Ferdinand VII (1784-1833). The colorful gathering reflects the opulence and grandeur of the Spanish monarchy, with various dignitaries, courtiers, and a woman in the background looking on. The engraving, held in the Museo de Historia in Madrid, Spain, provides a vivid and intriguing glimpse into the political machinations of the time. Charles IV's abdication was a response to the military pressure exerted by Napoleon, who had invaded Spain in 1807 and sought to establish a puppet regime. Ferdinand, who had been imprisoned by his father, was released and installed as the new king under French supervision. The Abdications of Bayonne marked the beginning of the Peninsular War, which would last until 1814 and ultimately result in the expulsion of the French from Spain. The intricate details of the engraving, from the richly decorated throne to the expressive facial expressions of the figures, transport us back in time to this significant historical moment. It serves as a reminder of the complex political dynamics that shaped Europe during the Napoleonic Wars and the enduring legacy of the Spanish monarchy.
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