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An Illuminated Document from Mexico, Showing the Coat of Arms of the Viceroy Sotomayor, c
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An Illuminated Document from Mexico, Showing the Coat of Arms of the Viceroy Sotomayor, c
986332 An Illuminated Document from Mexico, Showing the Coat of Arms of the Viceroy Sotomayor, c.1645 (Illuminated document from Amate (Fig-tree bark paper), cotton) by Mexican School, (17th century); 103x68 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: An Illuminated Document from Mexico, Showing the Coat of Arms of the Viceroy Sotomayor... Illuminated document from Amate (Fig-tree bark paper), cotton. Made circa 1645. 103 x 68cm. A unique document showing traditional Mesoamerican iconography at so late a date after the Conquest.); Photo eChristies Images; Mexican, out of copyright
Media ID 22523478
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1640s 1645 Animal Likeness Armorial Artist Spanish Central America Coats Of Arms Cotton Crest Document Documentation Full Frame Human Like Human Likeness Iconography Illuminated Manuscript Latin America Latin American Art Latin American Painting Male Likeness Mesoamerican Mid 17th Century Mid Seventeenth Century Mounted On Paper On Paper Representation Spanish Art Spanish Artist Symmetrical Symmetry Viceroy Heraldry
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This print showcases an illuminated document from Mexico, dating back to the mid-17th century. Measuring 103x68 cm, this unique piece is made on Amate, a type of fig-tree bark paper combined with cotton. The document proudly displays the Coat of Arms of Viceroy Sotomayor, serving as a symbol of authority and power during that time. What makes this artwork particularly intriguing is its fusion of traditional Mesoamerican iconography with European influences after the Spanish Conquest. Despite being created several decades after the arrival of the conquistadors, it still incorporates elements rooted in pre-Hispanic culture. This blend reflects the complex cultural exchange that occurred during this period. The close-up view allows us to appreciate intricate details such as heraldry symbols and crests meticulously painted by an unknown Mexican artist from the 17th century. The vibrant colors and symmetrical composition further enhance its visual impact. Preserved in a private collection, this illuminated manuscript provides valuable insight into Latin American art history. It serves as a testament to both indigenous artistic traditions and European artistic techniques brought over by Spanish artists. Through this photograph captured by Bridgeman Images, we are granted a glimpse into Mexico's rich heritage and its ability to adapt while preserving its own identity even under foreign rule.
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