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Juan de Torquemada (1388-1468). Engraving. Colored
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Juan de Torquemada (1388-1468). Engraving. Colored
Juan de Torquemada (1388-1468). Spanish Dominican theologian. Engraving. 17th century. Colored
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This enchanting 17th century engraving captures the profound and intellectual visage of Juan de Torquemada (1388-1468), a renowned Spanish Dominican theologian and cardinal of the Roman Catholic Church during the Middle Ages. Torquemada is depicted in the rich attire of his Dominican Order, wearing the distinctive square-topped biretta and simple brown habit. His hands rest gently on a desk adorned with books and a cardinal's hat, symbolizing his high ecclesiastical rank. The interior setting, with its intricate details and warm color palette, adds to the sense of intimacy and introspection. Born in Segovia, Spain, Torquemada was a prominent figure in the intellectual and religious life of Europe during the late Middle Ages. He was a prolific writer and theologian, known for his works on scholastic philosophy and theology. Torquemada's most famous work, "Institutiones de Iure Canonico," was a comprehensive commentary on canon law that remained a standard text for centuries. Despite his scholarly pursuits, Torquemada was also deeply involved in the political and ecclesiastical affairs of his time. He served as the inquisitor general of the Spanish Inquisition, a position that earned him both admiration and controversy. Torquemada's role in the Inquisition has been a subject of debate among historians, with some viewing him as a champion of orthodoxy and others as a ruthless persecutor. Regardless of one's perspective, there is no denying the significance of Juan de Torquemada as a key figure in the history of theology, the Dominican Order, and the Roman Catholic Church. This beautifully colored engraving offers a glimpse into the life and legacy of this complex and influential man.
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