DIEGO SANZ OF LARDERO,.

Diego Sanz of Lardero Nobility Patent.

Rare 16th Century elaborately illuminated Nobility Patent of King Philip II of Spain for Diego Sanz of Lardero

Valladolid, Spain:, 18 June 1569.

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Rare 16th century elaborately illuminated nobility patent for Diego Sanz of Lardero. Folio, original full limp parchment, the patent is comprised of 37 leaves sewn as a single signature, text in manuscript with decorated initials and some in text illuminations, decorated with a large illuminated page featuring a coat of arms and IHS emblem surrounded by roses and lady beetles on a gilt field. The text concerns the case of Diego Sanz of Lardero under the ruling of the Spanish government in King Philip II's reign. Sanz sued to recover his title of nobility, and this document records the court proceedings, ending with the reinstatement of his status as hidalgo. With a later synopsis manuscript on paper laid in. Lacking the original seal. Text in Spanish. In very good condition with the illuminated page exceptionally bright.

King Philip II of Spain (1527–1598) played a significant role in shaping the relationship between the Spanish monarchy and its nobility. As monarch, Philip sought to centralize royal authority, which often put him at odds with the traditionally powerful Spanish nobility. His reign saw the expansion of royal control over the nobility through the strengthening of the bureaucracy and the direct control of wealth and power. While Philip maintained a delicate balance, ensuring that noble privileges were respected to avoid rebellion, he also sought to limit their influence, particularly in matters of governance and military command. The nobility’s role remained crucial, but their influence was tempered by Philip's careful efforts to consolidate his own power, making him one of the most autocratic monarchs of his time.