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Manuel de Amat y Junient (1707-1782). Spanish military offic
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Manuel de Amat y Junient (1707-1782). Spanish military offic
Manuel de Amat y Junient (1707-1782). Spanish military officer and colonial administrator. Royal governor of Chile and Viceroy of Peru. Portrait
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Manuel de Amat y Junient (1707-1782): A Prominent Figure in Spanish Colonial Administration in America This striking 18th century portrait captures the image of Manuel de Amat y Junient, a Spanish military officer and colonial administrator who played a significant role in the history of Chile and Peru. Born in Barcelona, Spain, Amat y Junient rose through the ranks of the Spanish military, eventually earning the title of captain-general and later becoming the royal governor of Chile (1761-1777) and viceroy of Peru (1776-1782). Amat y Junient's fashionable attire in this portrait reflects the opulence and grandeur of the time. He wears an elegant coat with gold buttons and a matching waistcoat, adorned with intricate embroidery. The voluminous periwig, or peruke, worn on his head was a popular fashion statement among the European elite during the modern age. The portrait also showcases his military rank with the visible epaulets on his shoulders and the sword at his side. During his tenure as royal governor of Chile, Amat y Junient oversaw the implementation of various reforms aimed at improving the living conditions of the indigenous population and strengthening the Spanish colonial presence in the region. In Peru, he focused on maintaining order and stability, as well as promoting economic development. Amat y Junient's legacy in the American continents is marked by his contributions to the Spanish colonial administration and his efforts to address the challenges of governing vast territories during the age of colonialism. This portrait serves as a testament to his leadership and the historical significance of his time.
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