Inquisition: self-dafe of books considered heretical ordered by the Tribunal de l'Inquisition. Lithograph of 1850

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Inquisition: self-dafe of books considered heretical ordered by the Tribunal de l'Inquisition. Lithograph of 1850

FGL5482810 Inquisition: self-dafe of books considered heretical ordered by the Tribunal de l'Inquisition. Lithograph of 1850; Fototeca Gilardi

Media ID 38179582

© Fototeca Gilardi / Bridgeman Images

EDITORS COMMENTS
This haunting lithograph from 1850 captures a chilling scene of the Spanish Inquisition, depicting the self-da fe of books considered heretical by the Tribunal de l'Inquisition. The image shows a group of men gathered around a bonfire, eagerly tossing forbidden texts into the flames as smoke billows up into the sky. The vibrant colors in this print add to the sense of urgency and destruction, with bright oranges and yellows contrasting against the dark shadows cast by the figures. The intensity of their actions is palpable, as they carry out their orders with grim determination. The Inquisition was a brutal period in history marked by religious persecution and censorship, where individuals were punished for expressing ideas deemed contrary to Catholic doctrine. This print serves as a stark reminder of the power dynamics at play during this time, highlighting how fear and control were used to suppress dissenting voices. As we gaze upon this historical artifact, we are reminded of the importance of freedom of expression and intellectual inquiry. It is a sobering reflection on how easily knowledge can be manipulated and destroyed in service of those in power. Through art like this lithograph, we are urged to remember our past so that we may strive for a more enlightened future.

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