Pedro Fernandez de Castro y Andrade aka the Great Count of Lemos, after an etching in Retratos de Los Espanoles Ilustres, Madrid, Spain, pub. 1791

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Pedro Fernandez de Castro y Andrade aka the Great Count of Lemos, after an etching in Retratos de Los Espanoles Ilustres, Madrid, Spain, pub. 1791

3473283 Pedro Fernandez de Castro y Andrade aka the Great Count of Lemos, after an etching in Retratos de Los Espanoles Ilustres, Madrid, Spain, pub. 1791; (add.info.: Pedro Fernandez de Castro y Andrade aka the Great Count of Lemos, 1560-1622. Spanish nobleman, viceroy of Naples from 1608, and president of the Council of the Indies. After an etching in Retratos de Los Espanoles Ilustres, pub. Madrid, 1791
Spain)

Media ID 38472282

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16th 17th Campania Castro Council Count Etching Head Of Government Indies Metropolitan City Of Naples Naples Nobleman Pedro Presidents Seventeenth Sixteenth Viceroy

EDITORS COMMENTS
This stunning print captures the likeness of Pedro Fernandez de Castro y Andrade, also known as the Great Count of Lemos. A Spanish nobleman and statesman, he held prestigious positions such as viceroy of Naples and president of the Council of the Indies during the 16th and 17th centuries. The intricate details in this etching from Retratos de Los Espanoles Ilustres, published in Madrid in 1791, showcase his regal presence and distinguished demeanor. His gaze exudes wisdom and authority, reflecting a man who wielded power with grace and intelligence. As one delves into the history behind this portrait, they uncover a figure who played a significant role in shaping Spain's colonial policies in Asia and Latin America. His influence extended far beyond his homeland, leaving a lasting impact on regions such as India where he governed with skill and diplomacy. In this image, we see not just a depiction of Pedro Fernandez de Castro y Andrade but a window into an era marked by grandeur and ambition. The Great Count of Lemos stands tall among his contemporaries, symbolizing an age of exploration, conquest, and cultural exchange that defined Europe's relationship with the rest of the world. Through this photo print, we are reminded of the enduring legacy left behind by individuals like Pedro Fernandez de Castro y Andrade – visionaries who shaped history through their leadership and foresight.

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