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Spaniards in Peru
A group of Spanish soldiers and a monk meet with a group of indigenous Peruvian people. The monk holds a book, and is talking to the head of the group of Peruvians. Date: circa 1590s
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Greetings Card (7"x5")
Step back in time with our exquisite selection of greeting cards from Media Storehouse, featuring this captivating image of a historical encounter between Spanish explorers and indigenous Peruvian people, circa 1590s. This evocative scene, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases a monk engaging in a respectful dialogue with the Peruvian leader, as Spanish soldiers look on. Add a touch of history and culture to your correspondence with this beautifully detailed, rights-managed card. Perfect for anniversaries, milestones, or simply to brighten someone's day, our greeting cards are sure to leave a lasting impression.
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.
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative image captures a pivotal moment in the complex history of the encounter between Europeans and the indigenous peoples of the Americas, specifically in the Viceroyalty of Peru during the late 16th century. The photograph depicts a group of Spanish soldiers and a monk engaged in a meeting with a group of Peruvian leaders. The monk, dressed in his religious attire and holding a book, appears to be in the midst of a passionate discourse. His presence signifies the arrival of Christianity and the spread of European culture and knowledge. The Spanish soldiers, armed with muskets, cannons, and pistols, stand guard, their stern expressions conveying a sense of authority and control. The Peruvian leaders, dressed in their traditional attire, listen intently, their faces expressing curiosity and perhaps a hint of apprehension. The cannon and other weapons in the background serve as a reminder of the military might that the Spanish brought with them to assert their dominance. This meeting represents an important moment in the colonization of the Americas, as the Spanish sought to establish political and religious control over the indigenous peoples. The exchange of ideas, goods, and diseases that occurred during these encounters would have far-reaching consequences for both Europe and the Americas, shaping the course of history for centuries to come.
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