Catherine Henrietta Collection

Catherine (1638-1705), Duchess of Branganza, Princess of Portugal, Queen of England... 17th century Creator: Peter Lely
Catherine (1638-1705), Duchess of Branganza, Princess of Portugal, Queen of England, married to Charles II of England, 17th century

Oval Box Showing Charles II and Catherine of Braganza, England, c. 1660. Creator: Unknown
Oval Box Showing Charles II and Catherine of Braganza, England, c. 1660. Charles II was restored to the monarchy in 1660

Mirror Showing King Charles II, Queen Catherine of Braganza, and Scenes from the Old Testament, England, c. 1665

Catherine, Princess of Portugal, 1661. Creator: Wenceslaus Hollar
Catherine, Princess of Portugal, 1661

Catherine of Braganza, 1662. Creator: William Faithorne
Catherine of Braganza, 1662

Catherine of Braganza. Queen of Charles the Second, (c1826). Creator: Samuel Freeman
Catherine of Braganza. Queen of Charles the Second, (c1826). Portrait of Catherine of Braganza (1638-1705), queen consort of King Charles II of England

Catherine of Braganza, 1935. Catherine of Braganza. Catarina de Braganca (1638-1705) was queen consort of King Charles II of England

The Privy Purse of Catherine of Braganza, at Sizergh Hall, Westmorland, 1862. Creator: Unknown
The Privy Purse of Catherine of Braganza, at Sizergh Hall, Westmorland, 1862. Engraving of...the badge of office belonging to Sir Thomas Strickland. Keeper of her Privy Purse

Catherine of Braganza, 1661. Creator: Wenceslaus Hollar
Catherine of Braganza, 1661

Catherine of Braganza (1638-1705), Queen Consort of King Charles II, 1912
Catarina de Braganca (1638-1705) was the second surviving daughter of King John IV of Portugal (1604-1656) (at the time Duke of Braganza) and his wife, Louise of Guzman (1613-1666)

Catherine of Braganza (1638-1705). Catherine was a Portuguese infanta and the queen consort of King Charles II. They were married in 1662

Catherine of Braganza, Queen Consort of King Charles II of England, (19th century). Artist: B Holl
Catherine of Braganza, Queen Consort of King Charles II of England, (19th century). Catarina de Braganca (1638-1705) was the second surviving daughter of King John IV of Portugal

Catherine of Braganza, Queen of Charles II, 1833. Artist:s Freeman
Catherine of Braganza, Queen of Charles II, 1833

Catherine of Braganza. Catarina de Braganca (1638-1705) was queen consort of King Charles II of England. She was the second surviving daughter of King John IV of Portugal

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"Catherine Henrietta: The Enigmatic Queen of Charles II" Step into the world of Catherine Henrietta, a woman whose life was intertwined with royalty and mystery. In this collection of images, we catch glimpses of her captivating presence and the impact she had on England during the 17th century. The oval box showcasing Charles II and Catherine of Braganza transports us back to c. 1660, a time when their union brought hope and stability to a nation recovering from political turmoil. As we gaze upon the mirror reflecting King Charles II himself, we can only imagine the love and admiration that filled their royal chambers. Wenceslaus Hollar's portrait captures Catherine in all her regal glory as Princess of Portugal in 1661. Her gracefulness shines through every brushstroke, leaving us mesmerized by her beauty. William Faithorne's depiction further immortalizes Catherine's elegance in 1662, reminding us why she became an icon during her reign. Fast forward to c1826 when Samuel Freeman portrays Catherine as Queen Consort to Charles II. Her refined features exude strength and resilience amidst the challenges faced by both herself and her husband during their tumultuous era. A later image from 1935 shows how even centuries after her passing, Catherine's legacy continues to captivate artists who seek to capture her essence. Catherine's significance is not limited solely to artistry; historical documents like James Duke of Monmouth's letter reveal the intrigue surrounding this enigmatic queen consort, and is through such artifacts that we gain insight into the complexities behind Catherine Henrietta’s role within English society. From B Holl’s portrayal in the 19th century to Freeman’s rendition in 1833, each artist adds another layer to our understanding of this remarkable woman who left an indelible mark on history. Through these various depictions spanning different eras, it becomes clear that Catherine Henrietta was more than just a queen; she was a symbol of strength, grace, and resilience.