Framed Print : European in the Americas, 16th century
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European in the Americas, 16th century
European in the Americas. 16th-century artwork of a robed European (possibly a missionary) in the Americas being greeted by indigenous women and children said to be crying with joy. In some of the first cross-cultural encounters in the Americas, the white-skinned Europeans were thought to be gods. Artwork from Cosmographie universelle (1575) by the French explorer and writer Andre Thevet (1516-1590). This book described the history and geography of the lands in which Thevet had travelled. The two volumes and four tomes contain over 1000 pages divided into 23 books. This woodcut is from chapter IX of book XXI
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14"x12" (38x32cm) Modern Frame
Experience the rich history of the Old World encountering the New with our exquisite Framed Prints from Media Storehouse. Featuring the captivating artwork "European in the Americas, 16th century" by Todd-White Art Photography from Science Photo Library, these prints offer a glimpse into a pivotal moment in history. Witness the emotional reunions between European explorers and the indigenous peoples of the Americas, as depicted in this evocative image. Add a touch of history and culture to your home or office with this stunning, museum-quality print.
Wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (38x32cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, 40mm wide x 15mm 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 24.4cm x 21.2cm (9.6" x 8.3")
Estimated Product Size is 37.6cm x 32.5cm (14.8" x 12.8")
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 significant moment in history, depicting the encounter between Europeans and indigenous people in the Americas during the 16th century. The artwork, created by French explorer and writer Andre Thevet, showcases a robed European figure, possibly a missionary, being greeted by indigenous women and children who are overcome with joy to see their arrival. In these early cross-cultural encounters, the white-skinned Europeans were revered as gods by the native population. This woodcut from chapter IX of book XXI in Thevet's Cosmographie universelle (1575) provides a glimpse into this historical event that shaped both continents' future. The image portrays an intense scene filled with emotion and cultural significance. It highlights themes of conversion, worship, and religious fervor as the indigenous people express their ecstasy upon encountering these newcomers. The sight of crying indigenous women and children suggests overwhelming happiness at this encounter. Todd-White Art Photography has beautifully captured this piece of art that delves into anthropology and ethnography from the 16th century. Through this photograph print, we can appreciate not only its historical value but also its artistic representation of culture clash during those times.
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