Vaca Collection

rocky outcrop into ocean
looking down on the ruggered coastline Australia

Horse Riding On The Beach
A couple horse riding on the beach circa 1925. (Photo by Henry Miller News Picture Service/FPG/Getty Images)

ocean views of jetty
looking down on a jetty gold coast Australia

Vicente Cabeza de Vaca and Fernandez de Cordoba, Marquis of Portago (Madrid, 1864-1921), lawyer and politician, member of the Liberal Conservative Party

Discovery of America. Alvar Nunez Cabeza de Vaca discovers the Florida coast and crosses the Mississippi for the first time, in 1527, engraving 1890

CABEZA de VACA EXPEDITION. Alvar Nunez Cabeza de Vaca and his men during their eight-year trek between the Gulf of Mexico and Mexico City, 1528-36. Illustration by Alfred Russell

CABEZA de VACA (1490?-?1557) in the desert. Painting, 1906, by Frederic Remington

Spain. Andalusia. Seville. Island of the Charterhouse. Monastery of Our Lady of the Caves, founded in 1399 by Gonzalo de Mena, Archbishop of Seville. Cloister. Sculpture of Leonor Cabeza de Vaca

CABEZA DE VACA (c1490-c1557). Alvar Nunez Cabeza de Vaca. Spanish explorer. Autograph signature

CABEZA de VACA (c1490-c1557). Alvar Nu├▒ez Cabeza de Vaca. Spanish explorer. The arrival of Cabeza de Vaca and his companions

CABEZA de VACA (c1490-c1557). The arrival of Alvar Nu├▒ez Cabeza de Vaca and his companions, the sole survivors of Panfilo de Narvaezs 1528 Florida expedition

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Possibly the earliest engraving of an American buffalo, 1558 - first mentioned by Cabeza de Vaca. Hand-colored 19th-century woodcut reproduction of the original 16th-century engraving

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"Vaca: A Journey of Exploration and Adventure" Embark on a captivating journey through time as we delve into the fascinating world of "vaca. " From rocky outcrops jutting into the vast ocean to exhilarating horse rides along pristine beaches, this is a tale that will leave you breathless. Our voyage begins with Vicente Cabeza de Vaca and Fernandez de Cordoba, Marquis of Portago, two visionaries who left an indelible mark on Madrid in the late 19th century. As we traverse further back in history, we encounter Alvar Nunez Cabeza de Vaca's awe-inspiring discovery of the Florida coast during his exploration of America. The enchanting landscapes of Spain's Andalusia region beckon us next. In Seville's Island of the Charterhouse, magnificent monasteries rise against breathtaking ocean views from ancient jetties, and is here that our imagination takes flight, envisioning Cabeza de Vaca and his men enduring an arduous eight-year trek between the Gulf of Mexico and Mexico City. As if plucked from a painting by Frederic Remington himself, we witness Cabeza de Vaca traversing deserts with unwavering determination. His resilience echoes through time as he becomes an emblematic figure in Spanish exploration. Through line engravings dating back to 1880, we catch glimpses of Cabeza de Vaca crossing the American Southwest after escaping from indigenous tribes. His courage shines brightly amidst adversity as he paves the way for future explorers. Join us on this extraordinary odyssey where history intertwines with nature's grandeur. Let "vaca" be your guide to uncover hidden treasures and ignite your wanderlust like never before.