Infanta Isabella Clara Eugenia was born on August 12, 1566, in Brussels, part of the Habsburg dynasty. She was the daughter of King Philip II of Spain and Isabella of Portugal. Isabella became the Governor of the Spanish Netherlands and played a significant role in the region's politics during her lifetime. Isabella married Archduke Albert of Austria in 1599, strengthening ties between the Spanish and Austrian branches of the Habsburg family. Together, they ruled the Spanish Netherlands until her death on December 1, 1633. Isabella is remembered for her contributions to the arts and her efforts to maintain peace in the region.