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Historical views of Spain. Bullfighter about to kill a bull with dagger and lance in a bullring with female picador 76, burning heretics at the stake in an Auto da Fe 77 and Christopher Columbus setting out for the Americas 78. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Rev. Isaac Taylors Scenes in Europe, for the Amusement and Instruction of Little Tarry-at-Home Travelers, John Harris, London, 1819
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This handcoloured copperplate engraving, titled 'Scenes in Europe' from the 1819 publication 'Rev. Isaac Taylor's Scenes in Europe, for the Amusement and Instruction of Little Tarry-at-Home Travelers,' offers a fascinating glimpse into the historical views of Spain during the Regency and Georgian eras. The print showcases three distinct yet intriguing scenes, each representing significant aspects of Spanish culture and history. In the first scene, a bold bullfighter stands poised in a bullring, prepared to deliver the final blow to a charging bull with his dagger and lance. The female picador, dressed in traditional attire, looks on, adding an element of elegance and grace to the otherwise brutal spectacle of bullfighting. The second scene depicts a solemn Auto da Fe, or Act of Faith, taking place in Spain during the Catholic Inquisition. Kneeling heretics, dressed in simple robes, are about to be burned at the stake as a crowd of onlookers, including a statue of Saint Dominic, watches in silence. This scene serves as a stark reminder of the religious fervour and intolerance that once dominated Spanish society. The third scene transports us to the shores of the Americas, where Christopher Columbus and his crew are shown setting sail from Spain in search of new lands. The image of the intrepid explorer, with the vast ocean stretching out before him, symbolizes the spirit of adventure and discovery that characterized the Age of Exploration. Other intriguing details in the print include a peasant scene of corn threshing with oxen, and the aftermath of the devastating 1755 Lisbon earthquake, which is depicted with a damaged church and a kneeling figure praying for divine intervention. This beautifully handcoloured engraving not only provides an educational and entertaining journey through European history but also offers a unique insight into the customs, costumes, and daily life of Spain during the Regency and Georgian eras.
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