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Ordono IV of Leon and Umayyad Caliph of Cordoba Al-Hakam II
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Ordono IV of Leon and Umayyad Caliph of Cordoba Al-Hakam II
Encounter that took place in Madinat al-Zahra (Cordoba) between King Ordono IV of Leon, called the Bad (926-962) and the Umayyad Caliph of Cordoba Al-Hakam II (915-976). Illustration by J. Alaminos. Chromolithography. Historia General de Espana (General History of Spain), by Miguel Morayta. Volume I. Madrid, 1888
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10th Andalus Arab Audience Caliph Caliphate Chromolithography Cordoba Dynasty Encounter Episode Genuflection Horseshoe Iberian Interview Islam Islamic Leon Leonese Meet Meeting Miguel Monarch Monarchy Morayta Muslim Muslims Peninsula Respect Sultan Times Turban Umayyad Genuflecting
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This stunning chromolithography print captures a significant historical encounter between King Ordono IV of Leon and Umayyad Caliph of Cordoba Al-Hakam II in Madinat al-Zahra. The scene depicts a momentous meeting between two powerful rulers during the medieval period in Spain.
King Ordono IV, also known as "the Bad," ruled over the Kingdom of Leon from 926 to 962, while Caliph Al-Hakam II reigned over the Umayyad Caliphate of Cordoba from 915 to 976. This meeting symbolizes a rare interaction between Christian and Muslim leaders in the Iberian Peninsula during this time.
The illustration by J. Alaminos beautifully captures the opulence and grandeur of the courtly setting, with intricate details such as horseshoe arches and luxurious attire adding to the richness of the scene. The respectful gesture of genuflection shown by both figures highlights the formalities and protocols observed during royal encounters.
This historical moment is not only significant for its political implications but also serves as a reminder of the complex cultural exchange that took place in medieval Spain between different religious and ethnic groups. Miguel Morayta's depiction in his General History of Spain brings this fascinating episode to life, allowing us to glimpse into a pivotal moment in European history.
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