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When did Philip IV become King of Spain?

  • 1600

  • 1621

  • 1635

  • 1650

Answer

Philip IV ascended to the throne of Spain in 1621, succeeding his father, Philip III. His reign marked a period of decline for the Spanish Empire, as it faced financial difficulties, military setbacks, and internal divisions. Philip IV's rule was also characterized by a strong interest in the arts, and he became a patron of renowned painters such as Diego Velázquez and Peter Paul Rubens.
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