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The cacique of Tabasco presents to Hernan Cortes twenty Indi
The cacique of Tabasco presents to Hernan Cortes twenty Indian and between they Dona Marina. Engraving, 1825. Colored
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1825 Aztec Aztecs Cacique Chief Conqueror Conquest Cortes Dona Give Giving Hernan Marina Presents Tabasco Twenty 15th
A4 (29.7 x 21cm) Poster Print
"Discover the rich history of the New World with our stunning poster prints from the Media Storehouse collection, featuring the iconic image "The Cacique of Tabasco Presents to Hernan Cortes Twenty Indians and Dona Marina." This captivating engraving, originally published in 1825 from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases an intriguing moment in history as the Cacique of Tabasco presents twenty Indians and the enslaved Mayan princess, Dona Marina, to Spanish conquistador Hernan Cortes. Bring a piece of the past into your home or office with this beautifully colored and intricately detailed print, a must-have for history enthusiasts and art lovers alike."
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 18.5cm x 30.3cm (7.3" x 11.9")
Estimated Product Size is 21.6cm x 30.3cm (8.5" x 11.9")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This engraving, created in the 19th century, depicts a pivotal moment in the annals of history: the Cacique of Tabasco presenting twenty Indians and the enigmatic figure of Dona Marina to Hernán Cortés in the year 1519. The scene unfolds against the backdrop of the 16th century, as the Spanish conqueror set out to expand the reach of the Spanish Empire in the Americas. The Cacique, a prominent leader of the Tabasco region in present-day Mexico, stands proudly before Cortés, his expression a mix of curiosity and apprehension. He presents Cortés with a group of twenty Indians, who gaze at the Spanish conquistador with a mixture of fear and uncertainty. Among the Indians is Dona Marina, a Mayan noblewoman who would later become Cortés' interpreter and mistress, playing a crucial role in the conquest of the Aztec Empire. The intricate details of this engraving, colored in 1825, offer a glimpse into the rich tapestry of the encounter between the Old World and the New. The Aztec and American influences are on full display, with the Cacique and his followers dressed in bright feathers and intricate jewelry, while Cortés and his men wear European attire. The Aztec pyramids and temples can be seen in the background, symbolizing the vast and powerful Aztec Empire that Cortés was about to conquer. This powerful image serves as a reminder of the complex and transformative period in history when the world was forever changed by the encounter between the European explorers and the indigenous peoples of the Americas.
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