Ferdinand VI., surnamed the Wise, king of Spain, born Sept. 23, 1713, died Aug. 10, 1759. He was the son of Philip V. and Louisa Maria of Savoy, and ascended the throne in 1746. His government was one of justice, prudence, and peace. He encouraged manufactures, arts, and literature. He was one of the signers of the treaty of Aix-la-Chapelle (1748). He was succeeded by his half brother Charles III.