Cruz Collection

Map of Tenochtitlan. Mexico, 1560. By Alonso de Santa Cruz
Map of Tenochtitlan. Mexico, 1560. General islario of all the islands in the world. Work of the chronicler and cosmographer Alonso de Santa Cruz (1505-1567). National Library. Madrid. Spain

Saint John of the Cross (1542-1591). Engraving. Colored
Saint John of the Cross (1542-1591). Spanish friar of DIscalced Carmelite Order. Engraving. Colored

Saint John of the Cross, (1542-1591). Spanish mystic. The Ascent of Mount Carmel. It was composed between 1581-1585. Engraving. Edition of 1694, Madrid

Cave of the Hands. ARGENTINA. SANTA CRUZ. Detail of the paintings. Neolithic art. Fresco

Map of La Palma, Canary Islands. Date: circa 1908

MEXICO: NUN, 16th CENTURY. Sor Juana Ines de La Cruz, niece of Hernan Cortes, dressed elaborately for her entry into the convent which she founded in Mexico City. Oil on canvas, Mexican, 18th century

Oran, Algeria - Marshal Foch Square and Santa Cruz Hills. Date: circa 1920s

Santa Cruz Avenue, Los Gatos, Santa Clara, California, USA
Santa Cruz Avenue, Los Gatos, Santa Clara County, California, USA. Date: circa 1910

The United States occupation of Vera Cruz, Mexico in 1914. From The Year 1914 Illustrated
492434 The United States occupation of Vera Cruz, Mexico in 1914. From The Year 1914 Illustrated. ; Private Collection.

Don Alvaro Navia-Osorio y Vigil, third Marquess of Santa Cruz de Marcenado
3473240 Don Alvaro Navia-Osorio y Vigil, third Marquess of Santa Cruz de Marcenado, after an etching in Retratos de Los Espanoles Ilustres, Madrid, Spain, pub

Blessed of Valcavado (970)
3499717 Blessed of Valcavado (970); (add.info.: Blessed of Valcavado (970). 10th century. Illuminated codex. Also called Blessed of Valladolid. Representation of The Judgement of God

City of Vera Cruz, east central Mexico, founded by Cortez 1519. 17th century (map)
542656 City of Vera Cruz, east central Mexico, founded by Cortez 1519. 17th century (map); (add.info.: Modern city dates from c1599 and was main link between Spain and Mexico. A)

HMS Beagle' laid ashore: River Santa Cruz, 1839 (engraving)
533508 HMS Beagle' laid ashore: River Santa Cruz, 1839 (engraving); (add.info.: HMS Beagle' laid ashore: River Santa Cruz)

GARABANDAL The four visionaries confront the Virgin in ecstasy - Maria Dolores, Conchita, Jacinta and Maria-Cruz Date: june 1961

Avro 695 Lincolnian G-ALPF
The sole UK registered Avro 695 Lincolnian G-ALPF (ex RAF Lincoln B.2 RE290)parked at Southend prior to being scrapped in 1952. Converted by Airflight Ltd

San Juan de la Cruz (Juan de Yepes Alvarez) (1542-1591), Spanish writer, theologian and religious

Cruz Bay, St. John, USVI

St. John, US Virgin Island at Cruz Bay

Sor Juana Ines de la Cruz, Juana Ines de Asbaje y Ramirez de Santillana (1651-1695), Mexican poet and religious

Canary Islands - Santa Cruz de Tenerife - Street scene. Date: circa 1930s

Canary Islands - Puerto de la Cruz - Gran Hotel Taoro Date: circa 1920s

Canary Islands - Santa Cruz de Tenerife - Plaza 25 de Julio (Plaza 25th July) - The Fountain Date: circa 1920s

Puerto de la Cruz, Tenerife - Avenida de Aguilar y Quesada
Canary Islands - Puerto de la Cruz, Tenerife - Avenida de Aguilar y Quesada. Date: circa 1920s

Canary Islands - Canary Islands - The Port, Santa Cruz de Te
Canary Islands - The Port, Santa Cruz de Tenerife Date: circa 1920s

Canary Islands - The Port, Santa Cruz de Tenerife Date: circa 1920s

Canary Islands - Santa Cruz de Tenerife Date: circa 1920s

Isabella II as a Girl before the Throne, circa 1838
Isabella II (1830-1904). Queen of Spain. Isabella II as a Girl before the Throne, circa 1838. Portrait by Luis de la Cruz y Rios (1776-1853). History Museum. Madrid. Spain

The Madrid Fair in la Cebada Square, 1770-1780
Manuel de la Cruz y Cano (1737-1793). Spanish painter. The Madrid Fair in la Cebada Square, 1770-1780. History Museum. Madrid. Spain. (On loan, Prado Museum, Madrid)

The Conquest of Mexico (1519-21)
The Conquest of Mexico (1519-1521). D- Hernan Cortes appoints ordinary mayors of the town, E- La Malinche makes the Totonac understand who Cortes is. Detail

Conquest of Mexico
Spanish conquest of the Aztec Empire (1519-21). Construction of the Villa Rica of La Vera Cruz, with the help of the Totonac Indians. Detail

Spain. Valley of the Fallen (Valle de los Caidos). 1940-1958. Monumental memorial dedicated by the Franco regime to the dead of the Spanish Civil War (1936-1939)

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California, near Santa Cruz, View of beach at sunset Date: 24/03/2010

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Galapagos Leaf-toed Gecko (Phyllodactylus galapagoensis) Puerto Ayora, Santa Cruz Island, Galapagos, Ecuador. Date: 26/01/2011

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Greater or Caribbean Flamingo (Phoenicopterus ruber), Bachas Beach, north Santa Cruz Island, Galapagos Islands, Ecuador, South America. Date: 18/06/2010

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Ecuador, Galapagos Islands, Santa Cruz Island. The Galapagos Tortoise in the highlands of Santa Cruz Island. Date: 10/02/2010

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Lago San Martin, Patagonia, Argentina, towards the Patagonian steppe. Patagonia, Argentina. Date: 22/01/2009

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Laguna Piedras Blancas, Los Glaciares National Park, Argentina. Patagonia, Argentina. Date: 22/01/2009

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Mount Fitz Roy seen from Laguna de Los Tres during sunrise, Argentina, Los Glaciares National Park. Patagonia, Argentina. Date: 22/01/2009

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Mount Fitz Roy seen from Laguna de Los Tres during sunrise, Argentina, Los Glaciares National Park. Patagonia, Argentina. Date: 22/01/2009

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Mount Fitz Roy seen from Laguna de Los Tres during sunrise, Argentina, Los Glaciares National Park. Patagonia, Argentina. Date: 22/01/2009

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Mount Fitz Roy seen from Laguna de Los Tres during sunrise, Argentina, Los Glaciares National Park. Patagonia, Argentina. Date: 22/01/2009

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Iceberg in Brazo Spegazzini, Los Glaciares National Park, Patagonia, Argentina. Date: 22/01/2009

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Perito Moreno Glacier in the Los Glaciares National Park, Patagonia, Argentina. Date: 22/01/2009

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Perito Moreno Glacier in the Los Glaciares National Park, Patagonia, Argentina. Date: 22/01/2009

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Perito Moreno Glacier in the Los Glaciares National Park, Patagonia, Argentina. Date: 22/01/2009

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Perito Moreno Glacier in the Los Glaciares National Park, Patagonia, Argentina. Date: 22/01/2009

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Perito Moreno Glacier in the Los Glaciares National Park, Patagonia, Argentina. Date: 22/01/2009

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Perito Moreno Glacier in the Los Glaciares National Park, Patagonia, Argentina. Date: 22/01/2009

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"Cruz: A Journey Through Time and Culture" Step into the world of Cruz, a name that echoes through history and spans across continents. From the ancient streets of Tenochtitlan to the mystic realm of Spanish saints, this caption takes you on a captivating journey. Immerse yourself in the vibrant tapestry of Mexico's past as we explore a map drawn by Alonso de Santa Cruz in 1560. The intricate details transport us back to the grandeur of Tenochtitlan, its sprawling streets and majestic temples. Continuing our voyage, we encounter Saint John of the Cross, a Spanish mystic whose profound spirituality is captured in an enchanting engraving. His teachings transcend time and guide seekers towards enlightenment. Venturing further south, we stumble upon Argentina's Cave of Hands in Santa Cruz. Its walls adorned with ancient artwork tell tales from civilizations long gone – a testament to humanity's enduring creativity. Shifting gears to La Palma in Spain's Canary Islands, we discover another facet of Cruz. This picturesque island reveals itself through an intricately crafted map showcasing its unique geography and cultural heritage. Our exploration takes us across oceans to colonial Mexico where Sor Juana Ines de la Cruz emerges as a beacon of knowledge amidst societal constraints. As Hernan Cortes' niece dressed as a nun, she defied expectations and became one of history's most celebrated intellectuals. Leaving behind Latin America for North Africa, Oran beckons with Marshal Foch Square nestled against Santa Cruz Hills. Here lies evidence not only of military prowess but also architectural splendor that stands tall even today. Across continents once more, Santa Clara welcomes us with open arms on California's Santa Cruz Avenue. This bustling street reflects the fusion between tradition and innovation that defines Silicon Valley culture. The allure continues onto Madeira Island off Portugal’s coast; its rugged beauty captivates visitors yearning for tranquility amidst nature’s wonders - a true paradise.