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General History of the Deeds of the Castilians on the Islands and Mainland of the Ocean Sea Known As the West Indies. 1601 - 1615 (engraving)
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General History of the Deeds of the Castilians on the Islands and Mainland of the Ocean Sea Known As the West Indies. 1601 - 1615 (engraving)
CUL4870080 General History of the Deeds of the Castilians on the Islands and Mainland of the Ocean Sea Known As the West Indies. 1601 - 1615 (engraving); (add.info.: HERRERA, Antonio de (1559-1625). General History of the Deeds of the Castilians on the Islands and Mainland of the Ocean Sea Known As the West Indies. 1601 - 1615. VIRACOCHA CNIB (ca.1380 - ca. 1448). Rey inca del Curacazgo del Cuzco (1408-1438). Work known as " Decadas" (Decades). Detail of the cover of the Fifth Decade. Portraits of Inca Kings Viracocha and his son Urco. Early Modern Era. Engraving. SPAIN. MADRID (AUTONOMOUS COMMUNITY). Madrid. Library of the Institute of Hispanic Culture (Library of the Institute of Hispanic Culture)); Photo © Esteban/AIC
Media ID 38335986
© Photo © Esteban/AIC / Bridgeman Images
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This print showcases the intricate engraving of General History of the Deeds of the Castilians on the Islands and Mainland of the Ocean Sea Known As the West Indies, dating back to 1601-1615. The detailed cover of the Fifth Decade features portraits of Inca Kings Viracocha and his son Urco, providing a glimpse into early modern era history.
The image captures a moment in time when Spain's empire was expanding into America, depicting the conquests and chieftains that shaped this period. The regal figures are adorned with traditional headdresses and tiaras, symbolizing their authority over Cuzco and Peru during this tumultuous time.
As we delve into this historical artwork, we are transported to a world where empires clashed and cultures collided. The engraving serves as a visual chronicle of pre-Columbian America, shedding light on the interactions between indigenous peoples and European colonizers.
Located in Madrid's Library of the Institute of Hispanic Culture, this piece is not just a mere depiction but a window into an era marked by exploration and exploitation. Through black-and-white imagery, we witness the complexities of power dynamics and cultural exchange that defined this pivotal period in history.
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