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Orders the Destruction of the Ships and Meets with the Ambassadors of Montezuma
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Orders the Destruction of the Ships and Meets with the Ambassadors of Montezuma
FIA5405944 Orders the Destruction of the Ships and Meets with the Ambassadors of Montezuma (Moctezuma, Moteuczoma, Motecuhzoma) (1466-1520) in 1520 - The Conquest of Mexico by Hernan Cortes par Gonzalez, Miguel and Juan (active End of 17th cen.). Oil on wood, size : 97x53, 1698, Museo del Prado, Madrid by Gonzalez, Miguel and Juan (17th century); Prado, Madrid, Spain; Photo eFine Art Images; Spanish, out of copyright
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Aztec Banquet Conquistador Cortes Hernan 1485 1547 International Relations Invasion
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This print captures a pivotal moment in history, depicting the scene where Hernan Cortes orders the destruction of his own ships while meeting with the ambassadors of Montezuma. Painted by Miguel and Juan Gonzalez in 1698, this oil on wood artwork measures 97x53 and is currently housed at the Museo del Prado in Madrid. The painting showcases the dramatic clash between two worlds as Cortes, a Spanish conquistador, asserts his dominance over Montezuma's Aztec empire. The composition skillfully portrays the tension and power dynamics at play during this historic encounter. Intriguingly, amidst an opulent banquet setting, Cortes issues his fateful command to destroy his fleet of ships. This decision symbolizes his commitment to conquest and ensures that retreat is not an option for him or his men. Meanwhile, Montezuma's ambassadors observe this act with both awe and trepidation as they witness firsthand the determination of their formidable adversary. This image serves as a reminder of the complex interplay between cultures during this era of exploration and colonization. It encapsulates themes such as international relations, imperialism, and ambition that defined Europe's expansion into North America. Through its masterful execution and historical significance, this artwork invites viewers to delve deeper into one of humanity's most transformative periods – when civilizations clashed and new worlds were forged through conquests like those led by Hernan Cortes.
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