England
After the sudden death of the king of England, Edward VI, in July 1553, Charles V now saw the possibility of an alliance between Spain and England. The Portuguese engagement was broken and negotiations started for a marriage with the successor Mary Tudor. During these negotiations Mor was send to England to paint a portrait of Mary, but the exact date of the painting is unknown. This portrait was much appreciated in England and Mor made at least three versions, much the best known likeness of the queen (Prado, Marquess of Northampton). On 20 December 1553 Philip officially appointed Mor as painter in his service.
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