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SPANISH CONQUEST, 1519. Dona Marina interpreting at the meeting of Hernando Cortes
SPANISH CONQUEST, 1519.
Dona Marina interpreting at the meeting of Hernando Cortes and Montezumas envoy, shortly after Cortes arrival, 8 November 1519, at Tenochtitlan. Aztec drawing
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Media ID 12414364
1519 Age Of Discovery American Indian Aztec Colonialism Conquistador Cort Cortes Explorer Hernando Interpreter Latin America Latina Marina Meeting Mesoamerica Mesoamerican Mexican Mexico New World November Ship Spanish Spanish Conquest Dona Marina Montezuma
Greetings Card (7"x5")
Step back in time with our captivating Spanish Conquest greeting cards from Media Storehouse. Featuring the iconic image of Dona Marina interpreting at the historic meeting between Hernando Cortes and Montezuma's envoy, this exquisite design takes you on a journey to the heart of the Aztec empire in 1519. With its rich, vibrant colors and intricate details inspired by a 15th-century Aztec drawing, this card is the perfect way to add a touch of history and culture to your correspondence. Impress your loved ones with a unique and thoughtful greeting, brought to you by Media Storehouse and Granger Art on Demand.
Folded Greeting Cards (12.5x17.5 cm) have a laminate finish and are supplied with an envelope. The front and inside can be personalised with text in a selection of fonts, layouts and colours.
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Product Size is 12.5cm x 17.5cm (4.9" x 6.9")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures a significant moment in history - the Spanish Conquest of 1519. In this image, we witness the meeting between Hernando Cortes and Montezuma's envoy at Tenochtitlan, shortly after Cortes' arrival on November 8th, 1519. Dona Marina takes center stage as she interprets for both parties, bridging the linguistic gap between the Spanish conquistador and the Aztec king. The drawing itself is an invaluable piece of art that provides us with a glimpse into this transformative era known as the Age of Discovery. It symbolizes not only colonialism but also exploration and cultural exchange. The men depicted here represent two worlds colliding - one from Europe and another from Mesoamerica. Dona Marina, often referred to as La Malinche or Malintzin, played a crucial role in facilitating communication between these two vastly different civilizations. As an indigenous woman who became Cortes' interpreter and advisor, her presence challenges our understanding of power dynamics during this time period. This image transports us back to a pivotal moment when maritime expeditions were reshaping our world map. It serves as a reminder of how encounters like these forever altered Latin America's history and its relationship with Spain. Let it be a testament to the resilience and complexity of human interactions across cultures throughout time.
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