Alfonso XII (1857-1885). King of Spain. Mercedes of Orléans (1860-1878). Marriage of King Alfonso XII to Infanta Mercedes of Orléans, celebrated on January 23, 1878. Royal celebrations in Madrid on the occasion of the event. Comparsas from the provinces performing dances from their homeland in the Armería Square, in the presence of the King and Queen, on the afternoon of January 27th. Engraving by Rico. La Ilustración Española y Americana, 1878.

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