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Events / Central America
Spaniards attack natives with dogs despite the attempts of the Missionaries to save them
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Media ID 571654
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1527 Attack Attempts Mexico Missionaries Natives Save Spaniards
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the stunning "Events / Central America" canvas print from the Mary Evans Picture Library, exclusively available at Media Storehouse. This captivating image, taken from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you back in time to a pivotal moment in Central American history. Witness the clash of cultures as Spanish conquistadors launch a brutal attack on native inhabitants, with missionaries valiantly trying to intervene and protect the defenseless. The determination and desperation are palpable in this evocative scene, expertly captured by an unknown photographer. Bring this rich piece of history into your home or office and start a conversation with this thought-provoking canvas print. Order yours today from Media Storehouse and add a touch of history and intrigue to your space.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative image captures a pivotal moment in the complex history of the encounter between Europeans and the indigenous peoples of Central America. The year is 1527, and the scene unfolds in Mexico, where Spanish conquistadors, led by Hernán Cortés, are attacking a native community in an attempt to assert their dominance. The natives, desperate to defend their land and people, put up fierce resistance. Amidst the chaos, the missionaries, represented by the figure in the foreground, attempt to intervene and save the lives of the natives. Their pleas fall on deaf ears as the Spanish soldiers, driven by greed and a belief in their superiority, continue their assault. The use of dogs, a common tactic employed by the Spanish to instill fear and disorient the natives, adds to the brutality of the scene. This historical event is a poignant reminder of the violent and often tragic consequences of the European colonization of the Americas. The missionaries, who were often caught in the crossfire between the Spanish conquistadors and the indigenous peoples, represented a small but significant force for peace and understanding in the midst of the chaos. Their attempts to save the lives of the natives, however, were often in vain. This powerful image, from the extensive collection of Mary Evans Picture Library, offers a glimpse into the complex and often troubled history of the encounter between Europeans and the indigenous peoples of Central America. It serves as a reminder of the importance of understanding the past, and the lessons that can be learned from it.
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