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Framed Print : Fleet of the Cacique Aquixo
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Fleet of the Cacique Aquixo
A fleet of 200 canoes lead by the Cacique Aquixo who was the Cacique of the people of the far side of the Mississippi River, greets two Spanish conquistadors by the shore. Despite their benign intent and welcome, the conquistador expedition party attacked the fleet, before continuing up the river. Date: 1543
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1543 Attacked Cacique Canoes Conquistador Conquistadors Continuing Greets Intent Lead Mississippi Shore Benign
30"x26" (78x68cm) Modern Frame
Bring the rich history of the New World to your home or office with our exquisite Framed Prints from the Media Storehouse collection. This captivating piece, "Fleet of the Cacique Aquixo" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online, depicts a fleet of 200 canoes led by the Cacique Aquixo, the revered leader of the people residing on the far side of the Mississippi River. Warmly welcoming two Spanish conquistadors to the shore, this stunning image transports you back in time, providing a unique blend of history and artistic beauty. Each Framed Print is carefully crafted with high-quality materials, ensuring a long-lasting and vibrant display. Elevate your space with a touch of the past, order your "Fleet of the Cacique Aquixo" Framed Print today.
Wood effect frame, card mounted, 24x20 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 30x26 inches (76x68cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, 43mm wide x 32mm 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 59.1cm x 59.9cm (23.3" x 23.6")
Estimated Product Size is 68.2cm x 78.2cm (26.9" x 30.8")
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 evocative image captures a pivotal moment in the complex and often tumultuous encounter between the Old World and the New, as depicted in a print from Mary Evans Prints Online. The year is 1543, and the scene unfolds along the shores of the mighty Mississippi River. At the helm of a fleet of some 200 canoes, the revered Cacique Aquixo, leader of the people residing on the river's far side, extends a warm welcome to two Spanish conquistadors. Their benign intent is clear as they approach the shore, yet the tranquility of the moment is about to be shattered. Cacique Aquixo, a respected and influential figure among his people, represented the indigenous culture and traditions that thrived along the Mississippi River. His people had lived in harmony with nature for generations, mastering the art of canoe building and navigation. The arrival of the Spanish, driven by curiosity and the pursuit of wealth and conquest, would forever change the course of history. Despite the initial friendly encounter, the Spanish expedition party, driven by their mission to explore and claim new territories for Spain, would soon attack the fleet. The reasons for this violent turn of events remain unclear, but the consequences were devastating. The peaceful encounter between Cacique Aquixo and the Spanish conquistadors serves as a poignant reminder of the clash of cultures that characterized the early years of the European presence in the Americas. The print, with its intricate details and rich colors, offers a glimpse into this fascinating period of history, inviting us to reflect on the complexities of human interactions and the enduring impact of first encounters.
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