Conquistadores Collection

Brazilian cannibals depicted by de Bry
Cannibals reported by Portuguese conquistadores. Here some are shown roasting their victims on a spit. Date: 1530

Brazilian cannibals, 1530
Cannibals reported by Portuguese conquistadores. Here some are shown roasting their victims on a spit. Date: 1530

Equestrian statue of Francisco Pizarro, the Trujillo-born conquistador of Peru. Trujillo, Spain

Pizarro contemplating over the product of his new Peruvian Mine
2632288 Pizarro contemplating over the product of his new Peruvian Mine, 1799 (coloured engraving) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); Courtesy of the Warden and Scholars of New College

Manco Capac, 1616 (manuscript)
XOS3038214 Manco Capac, 1616 (manuscript) by Spanish School, (17th century); J. Paul Getty Museum, Los Angeles, USA; (add.info)

Mayta Capac, 1616 (manuscript)
XOS3038218 Mayta Capac, 1616 (manuscript) by Spanish School, (17th century); J. Paul Getty Museum, Los Angeles, USA; (add.info)

Lloque Yupanqui, 1616 (manuscript)
XOS3038216 Lloque Yupanqui, 1616 (manuscript) by Spanish School, (17th century); J. Paul Getty Museum, Los Angeles, USA; (add.info)

a painting from Diego Munoz Camargos History of Tlaxcala (Lienzo Tlaxcala), c. 1585, showing La Malinche and HernA

Hernan Cortes, Spanish conquistador C015 / 5793
Hernan Cortes (1485-1547), Spanish explorer and conquistador. Cortes crossed the Atlantic to seek his fortune in Hispaniola and later Cuba

Moctezuma II, Aztec emperor C015 / 5791
Moctezuma II (c.1466-1520), Aztec emperor. Moctezuma was the ruler (tlatoani) of Tenochtitlan (present-day Mexico City), then the centre of the Aztec Empire (Triple Alliance)

Bernard de Vargas Machuca Spanish explore
Bernard de Vargas Machuca (1557-1622), Spanish explorer. 16th Century portrait of Bernard de Vargas Machuca from the cover page of his book Milicia y descripcion de las Indias

Conquistadores Pray
The Conquistadores, returning to Tenochtitlan, confess their sins before a wayside cross which they had erected themselves on their first march to Mexico

Cortes and Men 1519
The Conquistadores swear their allegiance to Cortes and agree to continue their conquest of Tenochtitlan (Mexico), shouting " To Mexico ! To Mexico !"

Cannon / 16Thc Spanish
Bronze breech-loading cannon of the Spanish Conquistadores

Conquistadores Hunting
Spanish conquistadores hunting

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"Unveiling the Legacy: Exploring the World of Conquistadores" Standing tall in Trujillo, a majestic equestrian statue pays homage to Francisco Pizarro, the daring conquistador who conquered Peru. Deep in thought, Pizarro contemplates the bountiful treasures extracted from his newly discovered Peruvian mine, a testament to his audacious spirit and relentless pursuit. Journeying further into uncharted territories, we encounter Brazilian cannibals as depicted by de Bry - a stark reminder of the clash between civilizations during this era of exploration. The year is 1530; fear and curiosity intertwine as we witness Brazilian cannibals engaging in their ancient practices, offering a glimpse into an unfamiliar world that fascinated and horrified European explorers. Manuscripts from 1616 reveal glimpses of Incan rulers such as Manco Capac, Mayta Capac, and Lloque Yupanqui - powerful figures whose stories are intertwined with conquests and resistance against Spanish invaders. Diego Munoz Camargos' captivating painting from "History of Tlaxcala" (Lienzo Tlaxcala) transports us back to Mexico's past, showcasing both indigenous warriors and Hernan Cortes himself - an emblematic figure among conquistadores. With unwavering determination etched on his face, Hernan Cortes emerges as one of history's most renowned Spanish conquistadors – forever shaping Mexico's destiny through his audacious exploits. Francisco Pizarro stands alongside Cortes as another legendary conqueror whose name echoes throughout history – forever remembered for his pivotal role in transforming Peru under Spanish rule. Intriguing tales emerge when exploring the world – tales filled with bravery, greed, cultural clashes, and resilience that shaped nations across continents.