The seizure of Atahualpa at Cajamarca
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The seizure of Atahualpa at Cajamarca
The seizure of Atahualpa at Cajamarca. Spaniards taking Atahualpa away as woman faints. Date between 1760 and 1810
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This evocative print captures the moment of the seizure of Atahualpa, the last Inca emperor of Peru, at the Battle of Cajamarca in 1532. The image portrays the shocked reaction of a woman, likely an Inca noblewoman, as Spanish conquistadors led Atahualpa away in triumph. The conquistador at the center, believed to be Francisco Pizarro, stands tall and proud, holding a golden cup, symbolizing the capture of the Inca monarch. The Battle of Cajamarca was a pivotal moment in the Spanish conquest of the Inca Empire. Despite the vast numerical superiority of the Inca forces, Pizarro's small band of Spanish soldiers, aided by native allies, managed to capture Atahualpa through a combination of superior weaponry, tactics, and deception. The emperor was later ransomed for a large sum of gold and silver, marking the beginning of the end for the Inca civilization. This print, created between 1760 and 1810, is a testament to the enduring fascination with the Spanish conquest of the Americas. The intricate details of the costumes, the dramatic lighting, and the emotional intensity of the scene all serve to transport the viewer back in time, offering a glimpse into the complex and tumultuous history of the New World.
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