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Francisco Pizarro and his comrades at Gorgona, 1726 (engraving)
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Francisco Pizarro and his comrades at Gorgona, 1726 (engraving)
IND388235 Francisco Pizarro and his comrades at Gorgona, 1726 (engraving) by Spanish School, (18th century); Biblioteca Universidad, Barcelona, Spain; (add.info.: Conqustadors arrived in 1527; portrait of Diego de Almagro (1472-1538) Spanish conquistador, companion and later rival of Pizarro; ); Mithra-Index
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The engraving titled "Francisco Pizarro and his comrades at Gorgona, 1726" captures a significant moment in history. The image showcases the Spanish conquistador, Francisco Pizarro, along with his companions during their expedition to Gorgona in 1726. This artwork is housed in the Biblioteca Universidad in Barcelona, Spain. In this print, we see an aerial view of the island of Gorgona as well as several ships approaching its shores. The scene depicts the arrival of Pizarro and his fellow conquistadors who ventured into South America seeking new lands and riches. Among them is Diego de Almagro, a companion turned rival of Pizarro. This historical artwork offers us a glimpse into the conquests that took place during the 16th century in Latin America. It symbolizes both exploration and invasion as European invaders set foot on Colombian soil for the first time. The intricate details captured by this engraving allow us to appreciate not only the military aspect but also the topography of Gorgona Island itself. From this bird's eye view perspective, we can observe how these early colonists navigated through uncharted territories. Overall, this engraving serves as a visual representation of an important chapter in world history - one that forever changed Latin America and shaped its future trajectory.
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