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Poster Print : BEHEADING OF PIZARRO, 1548. The beheading of Gonzalo Pizarro (c1502-1548), Spanish conquistador, in Cuzco, Peru. Color engraving, English, 18th century
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BEHEADING OF PIZARRO, 1548. The beheading of Gonzalo Pizarro (c1502-1548), Spanish conquistador, in Cuzco, Peru. Color engraving, English, 18th century
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Media ID 7503879
1548 Age Of Discovery Behead Cartouche Conquistador Cuzco Death Executioner Exploration Explorer Gonzalo Latin American New World Peruvian Pizarro Spanish Spanish Conquest
20x30 inch Poster Print
Step back in time with our captivating Media Storehouse Poster Prints, featuring the historic event of "The Beheading of Pizarro, 1548." Witness the dramatic moment as Spanish conquistador Gonzalo Pizarro (c1502-1548) meets his fate in this intricately detailed, 18th century color engraving from The Granger Collection. This captivating work of art, sourced from Granger Art on Demand, offers a fascinating glimpse into the past, making it a perfect addition to any history or art enthusiast's collection.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 51.4cm x 76.8cm (20.2" x 30.2")
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.
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This print titled "BEHEADING OF PIZARRO, 1548" takes us back to a defining moment in history. The image depicts the dramatic beheading of Gonzalo Pizarro, a Spanish conquistador, in Cuzco, Peru. Created by an English artist in the 18th century, this color engraving beautifully captures the intensity and brutality of this event. Intriguingly composed within a decorative cartouche, the engraving showcases the executioner carrying out his grim task while surrounded by onlookers. The scene is infused with historical significance as it represents not only the demise of Pizarro but also symbolizes the broader Spanish conquest and exploration during the Renaissance era. The visual details are striking; from Pizarro's defiant expression to his regal attire contrasting against his imminent fate. This artwork serves as a poignant reminder of Latin American history and its tumultuous encounter with European colonization. As we gaze upon this print, we are transported to a time when empires clashed and new worlds were discovered. It invites contemplation about power dynamics and human ambition that shaped our world today. Granger Art on Demand has once again curated an exceptional piece that sparks curiosity and encourages reflection on significant moments from our past.
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