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Submission of Atahualpa. Engraving, 1807
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Submission of Atahualpa. Engraving, 1807
Atahualpa (1497-1533). Inca Emperor. Submission of the last Inca emperor to the spanish embassy of Francisco Pizarro, led by Hernando de Soto. Engraving, 1807
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This engraving, created in 1807, depicts the Submission of Atahualpa, the last Inca Emperor, to the Spanish embassy of Francisco Pizarro, led by Hernando de Soto. Atahualpa, dressed in traditional Inca attire, is shown seated on a throne with a grand headdress adorned with feathers. The Spanish conquistadors, wearing European clothing and hats, stand before him, presenting him with a small cross and a rosary. The scene takes place in an interior setting, likely a room within the Inca palace. Atahualpa's surrender marks a significant moment in the Spanish conquest of the Inca Empire in South America. The Inca civilization, which flourished in the Andes Mountains of modern-day Peru and Ecuador, was one of the most advanced civilizations in the New World at the time. The Spanish, led by Pizarro and de Soto, arrived in the region in the early 16th century and, through a combination of military force and political maneuvering, were able to gain control of the empire. The image captures the moment of submission, with Atahualpa receiving the symbols of the Christian faith from the Spanish emissaries. The contrast between the traditional Inca attire and the European clothing of the Spanish represents the clash of two vastly different cultures. The scene also highlights the power dynamic between the two groups, with the Inca emperor submitting to the will of the Spanish conquistadors. This engraving is a reminder of the rich history of the Americas during the age of exploration and discovery. It provides a glimpse into the lives of the Inca people and their encounter with the Europeans, an encounter that would forever change the course of history.
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