Conquest of Mexico (1519). Hernan Cortes (1485-1547) enterin
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Conquest of Mexico (1519). Detail of Hernan Cortes (1485-1547) entering Cempoal and receiving chief Gordo Quauhtlaebana who gives meat and presents to all the Spaniards. Table conching Miguel Gonza?lez (1698). Detail. Museum of America. Madrid. Spain
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1519 1698 Aztec Cacique Chief Colonization Conqueror Conquest Cortes Entering Gift Gonzalez Hernan Indigene Meat Mexico Miguel Present
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This detail from the painting "Conquest of Mexico (1519): Hernan Cortes Entering Cempoal and Receiving Chief Gordo Quauhtlaebana" by Miguel Gonzalez, showcases a pivotal moment in the conquest of the Aztec Empire by Spanish conquistador Hernan Cortes. The scene is set in the indigenous town of Cempoal, where Cortes and his soldiers are warmly welcomed by the local cacique, or chief, Gordo Quauhtlaebana. The image portrays Cortes, dressed in armor, stepping forward to accept the gifts and offerings presented by the chief, who stands before him with a large platter of meat. The Spaniards, who accompany Cortes, are also shown receiving similar offerings from other indigenous people. The painting, created in the late 17th century, offers a glimpse into the early stages of colonization in the Americas and the complex interactions between the Spanish conquistadors and the indigenous peoples. The painting, now housed in the Museum of America in Madrid, Spain, is a testament to the rich history of the Spanish conquest of Mexico and the cultural exchanges that took place between Europeans and the indigenous peoples of the Americas during the 16th century. The intricate details of the painting, from the textures of the clothing to the expressions on the faces of the characters, transport us back in time and offer a fascinating glimpse into a pivotal moment in world history.
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