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SPANISH INQUISITION. An Auto-da-fe, the ceremony accompanying the pronouncement
SPANISH INQUISITION.
An Auto-da-fe, the ceremony accompanying the pronouncement of judgement of the Spanish Inquisition, in the Plaza Mayor in Madrid. Detail of a painting by Francisco Ricci, c1683
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Media ID 12411826
1683 Announcement Audience Auto Da Fe Ceremony Counter Reformation Detail Entertainment Francisco Heretic Judgement Madrid Plaza Spanish Spanish Inquisition Spectator Trial Plaza Mayor Ricci
Greetings Card Large (A4)
Step back in time with our captivating Spanish Inquisition Auto-da-fe greeting cards from Media Storehouse. This exquisite design, inspired by Francisco Ricci's 1683 painting, brings the intrigue and drama of the Spanish Inquisition to life. Each card features a detailed image of the ceremony's intense moment, where the pronouncement of judgement is made in the Plaza Mayor of Madrid. Perfect for history buffs, these cards add an authentic touch to your correspondence and are sure to leave a lasting impression.
Create your own large greetings card. Size when folded is A4 (21x30cm or 8.3x11.7 inches)
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 21cm x 29.7cm (8.3" x 11.7")
Estimated Product Size is 42cm x 29.7cm (16.5" x 11.7")
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 print captures a significant moment in history - the Spanish Inquisition. The image showcases an Auto-da-fe, a ceremony that accompanied the pronouncement of judgement during this dark period. Painted by Francisco Ricci in 1683, it provides us with a detailed glimpse into this solemn event. Set against the backdrop of Madrid's Plaza Mayor, the painting depicts a crowd gathered to witness this spectacle. People from all walks of life fill the plaza, eagerly awaiting the announcement and trial proceedings. Spectators are captivated by what unfolds before them, as heretics face their fate at the hands of religious authorities. The atmosphere is charged with tension and anticipation as individuals anxiously await the verdicts being handed down. This scene offers insight into both entertainment and punishment during late 17th-century Spain. As we examine this historical artwork, it serves as a reminder of one of history's darkest chapters - marked by religious intolerance and persecution. The Spanish Inquisition was part of the Counter-Reformation movement aimed at suppressing dissenting beliefs within Catholicism. While viewing this image evokes mixed emotions - curiosity about past events combined with unease over human suffering - it also prompts reflection on how societies have evolved since then. It reminds us to value freedom of thought and expression while striving for tolerance and understanding in our own time.
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