PRINCE ALFONSO DE BOURBON

PRINCE ALFONSO DE BOURBON OF SPAIN

Explore the life of Prince Alfonso de Borbón of Spain, also known as Alfonso, Prince of Asturias, with a museum-quality collection of rare, signed, and autographed documents, personal letters, photographs, and official correspondences that reflect both the promise and tragedy of a young heir. Born in 1907 as the eldest son of King Alfonso XIII and Queen Victoria Eugenie, Alfonso was heir apparent to the Spanish throne until the monarchy was abolished in 1931. This archive offers historians, collectors, and enthusiasts an intimate look into Alfonso’s personal and public life, from his royal responsibilities to his struggles with hemophilia. Each artifact, many autographed and signed, reveals the layers of Alfonso’s life as a royal navigating expectations and personal challenges.

Alfonso’s life took a turning point in 1933 when he renounced his royal rights to marry Edelmira Sampedro y Robato, a Cuban commoner, adopting the title Count of Covadonga. The marriage, though symbolizing his pursuit of personal happiness, strained his ties with the royal family and ultimately ended in divorce in 1937. Later that year, Alfonso married Marta Esther Rocafort-Altuzarra, but this union also ended shortly after. His life was tragically cut short in 1938, when a car accident led to his death in Miami, Florida, due to complications from his hemophilia. This collection captures Alfonso’s journey, offering a glimpse into the life of a prince whose legacy reflects both the privileges and poignant struggles of European royalty in the early 20th century.