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Ms Hunter 242 f. 317r The Spanish Conquest, from Historia de Tlaxcala
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Ms Hunter 242 f. 317r The Spanish Conquest, from Historia de Tlaxcala
GUL232042 Ms Hunter 242 f.317r The Spanish Conquest, from Historia de Tlaxcala by Diego Munoz Camargo (pen & ink on paper) by Mexican School, (16th century); Glasgow University Library, Scotland; eUniversity of Glasgow Library; Mexican, out of copyright
Media ID 22952632
© University of Glasgow Library / Bridgeman Images
Aztec Aztecs Bow And Arrow Central America Conquistador Conquistadors Conversion Convert Converting Friar Latin America Mesoamerica Mexican Mexicans Mexico Missionary Preach America Continent
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This print showcases the artwork titled "Ms Hunter 242 f. 317r The Spanish Conquest, from Historia de Tlaxcala" by Diego Munoz Camargo, a Mexican School artist from the 16th century. Housed in Glasgow University Library, Scotland, this pen and ink drawing on paper depicts a significant moment in history - the Spanish conquest of Central America. The image portrays a scene filled with tension and cultural clash. A friar stands at the center, fervently preaching Christianity to a group of native Indians armed with bows and arrows. This powerful visual symbolizes the efforts of missionaries to convert indigenous people during this tumultuous period. The composition highlights both sides of this historical encounter: on one hand, we see the determination of those seeking to spread their faith; on the other hand, we witness resistance from indigenous communities fighting for their traditions and way of life. This artwork serves as a reminder of Latin America's complex past and its enduring legacy today. It reflects upon themes such as colonization, religious conversion, and conflict between different cultures. As viewers engage with this thought-provoking piece, they are transported back in time to witness an important chapter in Mesoamerican history - when conquistadors clashed with Aztec warriors amidst vast landscapes that would eventually shape Mexico's identity within North America's western hemisphere.
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