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Hernan Cortes meets Emperor Moctezuma
3846960 Hernan Cortes meets Emperor Moctezuma by Unknown Artist, (16th century); (add.info.: Hernan Cortes meets Emperor Moctezuma, 8 November 1519. Moctezumas feet are protected from touching the ground; his people are not allowed to look upon his face. Besides Cortes stands his mistress, Malinche, an Indian princess.); Photo © Derek Bayes. All rights reserved 2023
Media ID 31711548
© Derek Bayes. All rights reserved 2023 / Bridgeman Images
Americas Aztec Capital Conquest Conquistador Conquistadors Cortes Customs Fine Arts Hernan Hernando Latin America Mexican Mexico Mistress Moctezuma Montezuma New World Pageantry Seventeenth Sixteenth Spaniards Tenochtitlan America Continent Latine America Malinche
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This print captures the historic meeting between Hernan Cortes and Emperor Moctezuma in 1519. The unknown artist beautifully portrays this significant moment in history, showcasing the clash of two worlds - the Spanish conquistadors and the Aztec empire. In the image, we see Emperor Moctezuma being carried on a litter, his feet protected from touching the ground as a symbol of his divinity. His people are not allowed to look upon his face, highlighting his elevated status within their society. Standing beside Cortes is his mistress, Malinche, an Indian princess who played a crucial role as translator and advisor during this encounter. The composition exudes grandeur and pageantry with its attention to detail and vibrant colors. It transports us back to a time when European explorers were venturing into uncharted territories in search of wealth and power. This print serves as a visual reminder of the complex dynamics at play during this era of exploration and conquest. It allows us to reflect on how different cultures collided, leading to profound changes that shaped both America's continent and Europe's history. Derek Bayes' expert photography skillfully captures every nuance of this historical event while preserving its artistic integrity for future generations to appreciate.
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