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Spanish Caravel (detail from Virgin of the Navigators), 1531-36 (oil on panel)
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Spanish Caravel (detail from Virgin of the Navigators), 1531-36 (oil on panel)
JLJ4660058 Spanish Caravel (detail from Virgin of the Navigators), 1531-36 (oil on panel) by Fernandez, Alejo (1475-1543); Alcazar, Segovia, Spain; (add.info.: Virgin of the Seafarers altarpiece for the chapel of the Casa de ContrataciAon in AlcAazar of Seville
Virgin of Mercy, bringing Christian message to peoples of the world, spreads her mantle over Spanish ships to protect them on the perilous Atlantic crossing.); Photo ePhoto Josse; Spanish, out of copyright
Media ID 22466454
© Josse / Bridgeman Images
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This print showcases a stunning detail from the renowned painting "Spanish Caravel" by Alejo Fernandez. Painted between 1531 and 1536, this oil on panel masterpiece is housed in the Alcazar of Segovia, Spain. The intricate artwork forms part of the Virgin of Mercy altarpiece, commissioned for the chapel of Casa de Contratación in Seville's Alcázar. It depicts the Virgin Mary spreading her protective mantle over Spanish ships as they embark on treacherous Atlantic crossings. This symbolic gesture represents her role in bringing Christian messages to people around the world. The image captures a sense of adventure and exploration that defined the Age of Discovery during the 15th and 16th centuries. The caravel, a small but sturdy sailing ship featured prominently here, served as an essential vessel for European voyages to new lands like America. With its rich historical context, this photograph transports viewers back to an era marked by maritime imperialism and colonialism. It serves as a reminder of Spain's significant contributions to global exploration and colonization during this transformative period. Through this remarkable piece of artistry, we are reminded not only of our shared human history but also how artistic expressions can encapsulate profound cultural narratives that continue to resonate with us today.
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