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Acrylic Blox : SPANISH CONQUEST, 1519. Hernando Cortes ships arriving in harbor in Veracruz, Mexico
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SPANISH CONQUEST, 1519. Hernando Cortes ships arriving in harbor in Veracruz, Mexico
SPANISH CONQUEST, 1519.
Hernando Cortes ships arriving in harbor in Veracruz, Mexico. Illumination from the Codex Florentino, c1540, compiled by Bernardino de Sahagun (1499-1590)
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Media ID 12417502
1519 Age Of Discovery Arrival Arriving Bernardino Codex Codex Florentino Conquistador Harbor Hernando Invade Invasion Latin America Latin American Manuscript Illumination Mesoamerica Mesoamerican Mexican Mexico Native Native American Precolumbian Sahagun Seashore Ship Spanish Spanish Conquest Veracruz Cortez
8"x6" (20x15cm) Acrylic Blox
Your photographic print is held in place by magnets and a micro thin sheet of metal covering the back of a 20mm piece of clear acrylic. Your print is held in place with magnets so can easily be replaced if needed.
Streamlined, one sided modern and attractive table top print
Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 15.2cm (8" x 6")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures a pivotal moment in history - the Spanish Conquest of Mexico in 1519. The image showcases Hernando Cortes' ships arriving in the bustling harbor of Veracruz, Mexico. Illuminated from the Codex Florentino, a manuscript compilation by Bernardino de Sahagun, this artwork provides us with a glimpse into the early days of European exploration and colonization. The scene is filled with anticipation as Cortes and his men disembark from their majestic ships onto the seashore. A conquistador on horseback leads the way, symbolizing both power and dominance. In contrast, indigenous people stand on the shore, witnessing this invasion that would forever change their lives. This photograph not only highlights an important historical event but also serves as a reminder of Latin America's rich cultural heritage. It portrays the clash between two worlds - Spanish colonizers seeking wealth and glory versus native Mesoamerican civilizations rooted in ancient traditions. As we gaze upon this mesmerizing image, we are transported back to a time when maritime exploration was at its peak during the Age of Discovery. The intricate details captured through manuscript illumination bring life to every element within this composition. Granger Art on Demand has once again provided us with an extraordinary piece that sparks curiosity and invites contemplation about our shared human history.
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