Where Palace and Convent Met: The Descalzas Reales in Madrid

Since its 1559 foundation in Madrid, the royal convent of the Descalzas Reales was a vital extension of the court, serving as a retreat for the women of the royal family, the royal children, and the king himself. Founded by Juana de Austria, sister of Philip II, the convent was later home to another...

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Main Author: Sánchez, Magdalena S. (Author)
Format: Electronic Article
Language:English
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Published: Sixteenth Century Journal Publishers, Inc. 2015
In: The sixteenth century journal
Year: 2015, Volume: 46, Issue: 1, Pages: 53-82
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