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The last Muslim king of Granada leaving the city in 1492 (carved wood)
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The last Muslim king of Granada leaving the city in 1492 (carved wood)
XPH330481 The last Muslim king of Granada leaving the city in 1492 (carved wood) by Vigarny, Felipe (c.1480-c.1543); Capilla Real, Granada, Spain; (add.info.: Boabdil gives the keys of Granada to the Catholic Kings, by Felipe Bigarny (1475-1543) Capilla Real, Granada, Andalusia, Spain. Abu Abdallah Muhammad XII, Muhammed XII of Granada, twenty-second and last Nasrid ruler of Granada in Iberia; summoned by Ferdinand and Isabella to surrender the keys of Granada; eventually surrendered in 1492 and moved out of Granada ); Index Fototeca; Spanish, out of copyright
Media ID 22944998
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Andalucia Arabic Departing Departure Expelled Expulsion Moslem Reconquista Hispano Arabic
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The Last Muslim King of Granada Surrenders - A Historic Moment Captured in Carved Wood
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. This print depicts a monumental event in history - the departure of Abu Abdallah Muhammad XII, also known as Muhammed XII, the last Muslim king of Granada. In 1492, after centuries of Islamic rule in Iberia, Ferdinand and Isabella summoned Muhammed XII to surrender the keys of Granada. The intricate carving by Felipe Vigarny beautifully captures this significant moment. The scene shows Boabdil on horseback, gracefully handing over the keys to the Catholic Kings. His expression reflects a mix of resignation and sorrow as he bids farewell to his beloved city. This artwork holds immense historical importance as it symbolizes the end of an era - the Reconquista. With this surrender, Christian forces completed their conquest over Moorish territories in Spain. The attention to detail is remarkable; every line etched into the wood tells a story. The horses' powerful stance represents strength and resilience amidst change, while Boabdil's regal attire signifies his noble lineage. As we gaze upon this masterpiece from Bridgeman Images, we are transported back to that fateful day when cultures collided and empires shifted. It serves as a poignant reminder that history is not just confined within textbooks but can be felt through art. Let us cherish this extraordinary piece that immortalizes an important chapter in Spanish history – one where kingdoms clashed and civilizations transformed forever.
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