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Antique Framed Print : ALVARADO, Pedro de (1485-1541). Spanish conquistador
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ALVARADO, Pedro de (1485-1541). Spanish conquistador
ALVARADO, Pedro de (1485-1541). Spanish conquistador and governor of Guatemala. 17th c. portrait. Colonial baroque. Painting. GUATEMALA. Antigua Guatemala. Museum of Colonial Art
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Antigua Baroque Conquistador Governor Guatemala Pedro Alvarado Persons Up Right
14"x12" (36x31cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (36x31cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, the Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 19.5cm x 24.4cm (7.7" x 9.6")
Estimated Product Size is 31.2cm x 36.3cm (12.3" x 14.3")
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 striking 17th century portrait depicts Pedro de Alvarado (1485-1541), a prominent Spanish conquistador and governor of Guatemala. Alvarado's military prowess and leadership played a significant role in the Spanish conquest of the Aztec Empire in the early 16th century. He was appointed as the first governor of Guatemala in 1527, and during his tenure, he established the city of Antigua Guatemala as the capital of the new Spanish province. The portrait, executed in the colonial baroque style, captures Alvarado's strong and determined character. He is depicted as a man of authority, with a stern expression and piercing gaze. The use of rich colors adds to the grandeur and majesty of the painting. The background is adorned with intricate details, including ornate patterns and symbols, reflecting the opulence of the colonial era. This portrait is a testament to the enduring legacy of Pedro de Alvarado in Guatemalan history. It is currently housed in the Museum of Colonial Art in Antigua Guatemala, where it serves as a reminder of the country's colonial past and the influential figures who shaped it. The portrait is a valuable historical artifact, providing insight into the life and times of one of the most important Spanish conquistadors in the Americas.
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