Framed Print : Cortes Receives Tribute
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Cortes Receives Tribute
Cortes receives tribute from the Aztecs after the initial Spanish victory
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1518 Aztecs Cortes Homage Initial Mexico Receives Soft Touch Tribute Victory Capitulate
12"x10" Modern Frame
Introducing the captivating Cortes Receives Tribute framed print from the Media Storehouse collection, proudly brought to you by Mary Evans Picture Library via Mary Evans Prints Online. This exquisite artwork transports you back in time to the pivotal moment when Hernán Cortés, the Spanish conquistador, accepts the tribute from the Aztecs following their initial victory. The intricate details of the Aztec people and their rich, vibrant attire are brilliantly captured in this stunning piece, offering a mesmerizing glimpse into history. Elevate your home or office décor with this beautifully framed print, a timeless masterpiece that is sure to spark conversation and inspire wonder.
10x8 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexi glass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 30.5cm (10" x 12")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Cortes Receives Tribute: A Momentous Occasion in the History of Mexico, 1518 This evocative image captures the historic moment when Hernán Cortés, the Spanish conquistador, receives the initial tribute from the Aztec people following their defeat in the Battle of Tenochtitlán in 1518. The scene unfolds in the heart of the Aztec capital, Tenochtitlán, now modern-day Mexico City. The Aztecs, known for their advanced civilization, rich culture, and complex social structure, are depicted here offering precious gifts to their new conquerors as a symbol of submission and homage. Cortés, standing proudly in the center, is shown touching the tribute with reverence and respect, acknowledging the significance of this pivotal event. The Spanish victory marked the beginning of the end of the Aztec Empire, leading to the eventual colonization of Mexico by Spain. The soft, muted colors of the print evoke a sense of tranquility and awe, as if capturing the stillness of a moment suspended in time. The tribute consisted of gold, precious stones, feathers, and other valuable items, which were believed to be offerings to the gods. However, in the eyes of the Spanish, these treasures represented the spoils of war and the beginning of their economic dominance in the New World. The eventual transfer of these riches back to Spain played a significant role in the country's economic growth and cultural influence. This image offers a glimpse into the complexities of the initial encounter between the Spanish and the Aztecs, a moment that forever changed the course of history in the Americas.
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