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Allegory of the takeover of Salvador de Bahia (Brazil) by a Portuguese
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Allegory of the takeover of Salvador de Bahia (Brazil) by a Portuguese
JLJ4597338 Allegory of the takeover of Salvador de Bahia (Brazil) by a Portuguese, Spanish and Indian army commanded by Fadrique Alvarez de Toledo y Mendoza (1580-1634) on 1 May 1625 (The recapture of Bahia in Brazil) - Left: the suffering of the victims - Right: General Fadrique Alvarez de Toledo y Mendoza shows the defeated a representation of the king of Spain Philip IV (Felipe IV) (1605-1665) Crown by Minerve and Gaspar of Guzman, Count of Olivares (1587-1645) - Painting by Juan Bautista MaAino (Mayno) (1581-1649), 1634-1635, Oil On Canvas, Dim: 309x381 cm - Madrid, Musee Du Prado by Maino or Mayno, Fray Juan Batista (1569-1649); Prado, Madrid, Spain; (add.info.: Allegory of the takeover of Salvador de Bahia (Brazil) by a Portuguese, Spanish and Indian army commanded by Fadrique Alvarez de Toledo y Mendoza (1580-1634) on 1 May 1625 (The recapture of Bahia in Brazil) - Left: the suffering of the victims - Right: General Fadrique Alvarez de Toledo y Mendoza shows the defeated a representation of the king of Spain Philip IV (Felipe IV) (1605-1665) Crown by Minerve and Gaspar of Guzman, Count of Olivares (1587-1645) - Painting by Juan Bautista MaAino (Mayno) (1581-1649), 1634-1635, Oil On Canvas, Dim: 309x381 cm - Madrid, Musee Du Prado); Photo ePhoto Josse; Spanish, out of copyright
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This print captures the profound historical moment of the takeover of Salvador de Bahia in Brazil by a Portuguese, Spanish, and Indian army under the command of Fadrique Alvarez de Toledo y Mendoza. The painting depicted in this photograph, created by Juan Bautista MaAino (Mayno) between 1634-1635, showcases the intense emotions and events that unfolded during this significant event on 1 May 1625. The left side of the painting portrays the suffering endured by the victims caught in this conflict. Their expressions reveal anguish and despair as they bear witness to their city being taken over. On the right side stands General Fadrique Alvarez de Toledo y Mendoza, presenting a representation of King Philip IV (Felipe IV) to those defeated. He holds out a crown symbolizing Spain's authority while accompanied by Minerve and Gaspar of Guzman, Count of Olivares. With dimensions measuring an impressive 309x381 cm, this oil on canvas masterpiece is housed at Musee Du Prado in Madrid. Its intricate details bring forth a vivid portrayal of history frozen in time. This print allows us to delve into an important chapter in Brazilian history when colonial powers clashed for control over territories. It serves as a reminder not only of past conquests but also highlights human resilience amidst adversity.
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