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An Inca asks a Spaniard what he eats, he replies Gold (woodcut)
XJF425617 An Inca asks a Spaniard what he eats, he replies Gold (woodcut) by Poma de Ayala, Felipe Huaman (1526-1613); Private Collection; (add.info.: from The First New Chronicle and Good Government, El Primer Nueva Coronica y Buen Gobierno ; Gvaina Capac Inga, Candia, Espanol; ); Peruvian, out of copyright
Media ID 12805265
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Colony Conquest Conquistador Incas Peru Colonizing
17"x15" (43x38cm) Premium Frame
FSC real wood frame with double mounted 10x8 print. Double mounted with white conservation mountboard. Frame moulding comprises stained composite natural wood veneers (Finger Jointed Pine) 39mm wide by 21mm thick. Archival quality Fujifilm CA photo paper mounted onto 1mm card. Overall outside dimensions are 17x15 inches (431x381mm). Rear features Framing tape to cover staples, 50mm Hanger plate, cork bumpers. Glazed with durable thick 2mm Acrylic to provide a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish. Acrylic Glass is far safer, more flexible and much lighter than typical mineral glass. Moreover, its higher translucency makes it a perfect carrier for photo prints. Acrylic allows a little more light to penetrate the surface than conventional glass and absorbs UV rays so that the image and the picture quality doesn't suffer under direct sunlight even after many years. Easily cleaned with a damp cloth. Please note that, to prevent the paper falling through the mount window and to prevent cropping of the original artwork, the visible print may be slightly smaller to allow the paper to be securely attached to the mount without any white edging showing and to match the aspect ratio of the original artwork.
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 16.8cm x 24.4cm (6.6" x 9.6")
Estimated Product Size is 38.1cm x 43.1cm (15" x 17")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this woodcut print titled "An Inca asks a Spaniard what he eats, he replies Gold". Felipe Huaman Poma de Ayala takes us back to the era of conquest and colonialism in South America. The image depicts a significant encounter between an Inca and a Spaniard, highlighting the stark cultural differences that existed during this tumultuous period. The artwork portrays an Inca man curiously questioning the Spaniard about his diet. To the astonishment of the native Peruvian, the conquistador responds with a cheeky remark: "Gold". This clever exchange serves as a powerful metaphor for how greed and exploitation drove Spanish colonization in search of wealth. Poma de Ayala's woodcut technique adds depth and texture to this historical scene, capturing intricate details of both characters' costumes and expressions. The artist's work is part of his larger masterpiece known as "The First New Chronicle and Good Government" which aimed to document indigenous life before it was forever altered by European influence. This thought-provoking print invites viewers to reflect on the consequences of colonialism while shedding light on the clash between two worlds. It serves as a reminder that history is not always written from one perspective but can be interpreted through various lenses, allowing us to explore complex narratives such as those found within Peru's rich past.
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