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Spaniard and Indian Produce a Mestizo, c. 1715 (oil on canvas)
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Spaniard and Indian Produce a Mestizo, c. 1715 (oil on canvas)
BRH470238 Spaniard and Indian Produce a Mestizo, c.1715 (oil on canvas) by Juarez, Juan Rodriguez (1675-1728); 80.7x105.4 cm; Breamore House, Hampshire, UK; (add.info.: De espanol y de india produce mestizo); Mexican, out of copyright
Media ID 23162422
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Casta Painting Caste Colonialist Colonist Half Caste Inter Racial Interracial Married Mixed Race Racial Spaniard Mestizo
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This oil on canvas painting, titled "Spaniard and Indian Produce a Mestizo" transports us back to the year 1715. Created by the talented artist Juan Rodriguez Juarez, this masterpiece measures 80.7x105.4 cm and is currently housed in Breamore House, Hampshire, UK. The painting depicts a significant moment in history where two worlds collide - that of the Spaniards and Indians - resulting in the birth of a mestizo child. The term "mestizo" refers to an individual of mixed Spanish and indigenous heritage. In this intimate portrait, we witness a couple proudly presenting their newborn baby to the world. The mother's Indian features are beautifully contrasted with her husband's Spanish characteristics, symbolizing the blending of cultures through marriage and procreation. Through this artwork, Juarez skillfully captures not only the physical attributes but also explores themes such as colonialism, race, and identity during that era. It serves as a reminder of how diverse societies were shaped by intercultural relationships. The inclusion of children within casta paintings like these was common during colonial times as they represented future generations embodying different racial backgrounds. As we gaze upon this remarkable piece from Mexican history, it prompts us to reflect on our own multicultural society today while appreciating its rich historical roots.
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