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Motecuhzomatzin Ii Collection

Motecuhzomatzin II was a powerful Aztec ruler who reigned during the early 16th century

Background imageMotecuhzomatzin Ii Collection: Conquest of Mexico: Cortes arresting the king Montezuma II, 1519 (chromo)

Conquest of Mexico: Cortes arresting the king Montezuma II, 1519 (chromo)
LLM462584 Conquest of Mexico: Cortes arresting the king Montezuma II, 1519 (chromo) by European School (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Conquest of Mexico)

Background imageMotecuhzomatzin Ii Collection: Portrait of Moctezuma II (Montezuma or Motecuzoma Xocoyotzin, v; 1480-1520) on his throne

Portrait of Moctezuma II (Montezuma or Motecuzoma Xocoyotzin, v; 1480-1520) on his throne. Colour engraving
NWI4924186 Portrait of Moctezuma II (Montezuma or Motecuzoma Xocoyotzin, v; 1480-1520) on his throne. Colour engraving.; (add.info.: Portrait of Moctezuma II (Montezuma or Motecuzoma Xocoyotzin)

Background imageMotecuhzomatzin Ii Collection: Portrait of Montezuma II (Moctezumaii, 1466-1520), Aztec Emperor of Mexico

Portrait of Montezuma II (Moctezumaii, 1466-1520), Aztec Emperor of Mexico, in gold crown and gorgette
FLO4605373 Portrait of Montezuma II (Moctezumaii, 1466-1520), Aztec Emperor of Mexico, in gold crown and gorgette, and of David Cusick (c.1780-c.1831), a Tuscarora Baptist preacher and author

Background imageMotecuhzomatzin Ii Collection: The meeting between Hernan (or Hernando) Cortes or Fernand Cortez (1485-1547)

The meeting between Hernan (or Hernando) Cortes or Fernand Cortez (1485-1547) and Montezuma (or Moctezuma)
XEE5027231 The meeting between Hernan (or Hernando) Cortes or Fernand Cortez (1485-1547) and Montezuma (or Moctezuma: 1466 - 1520)

Background imageMotecuhzomatzin Ii Collection: Portrait of Emperor Aztec Moctezuma II (Montezuma or Motecuzoma Xocoyotzin, v.1480-1520)

Portrait of Emperor Aztec Moctezuma II (Montezuma or Motecuzoma Xocoyotzin, v.1480-1520). 19th century colour engraving
NWI4924092 Portrait of Emperor Aztec Moctezuma II (Montezuma or Motecuzoma Xocoyotzin, v.1480-1520). 19th century colour engraving.; (add.info)

Background imageMotecuhzomatzin Ii Collection: Montezuma II (1466-1620) last Aztec emperor in his palace, top, judges (center), litigants (bottom)

Montezuma II (1466-1620) last Aztec emperor in his palace, top, judges (center), litigants (bottom)
534529 Montezuma II (1466-1620) last Aztec emperor in his palace, top, judges (center), litigants (bottom). Early 16th century (drawing); Universal History Archive/UIG

Background imageMotecuhzomatzin Ii Collection: Farewell between Hernan (or Hernando) Cortes or Fernand Cortez (1485-1547)

Farewell between Hernan (or Hernando) Cortes or Fernand Cortez (1485-1547) and Montezuma (or Moctezuma)
XEE5027230 Farewell between Hernan (or Hernando) Cortes or Fernand Cortez (1485-1547) and Montezuma (or Moctezuma: 1466 - 1520) before the departure of Cortes (1500)

Background imageMotecuhzomatzin Ii Collection: Emperor Moctezuma attacked by rebels

Emperor Moctezuma attacked by rebels
3846963 Emperor Moctezuma attacked by rebels; (add.info.: Emperor Moctezuma attacked by rebels - the fall of the Aztec Empire)

Background imageMotecuhzomatzin Ii Collection: Death of MONTEZUMA II (1480-1520) june 24, 1520, engraving

Death of MONTEZUMA II (1480-1520) june 24, 1520, engraving
1744545 Death of MONTEZUMA II (1480-1520) june 24, 1520, engraving; (add.info.: Death of MONTEZUMA II (1480-1520) june 24, 1520, engraving); Photo: Tallandier

Background imageMotecuhzomatzin Ii Collection: Montezuma II made prisoner by hernan Cortes in 1519, 19th century (lithograph)

Montezuma II made prisoner by hernan Cortes in 1519, 19th century (lithograph)
ELD4918779 Montezuma II made prisoner by hernan Cortes in 1519, 19th century (lithograph) by Reid, Stephen (1873-1948); (add.info)

Background imageMotecuhzomatzin Ii Collection: Hernan Cortes meeting Montezuma II in 1519, 19th century (print)

Hernan Cortes meeting Montezuma II in 1519, 19th century (print)
3434841 Hernan Cortes meeting Montezuma II in 1519, 19th century (print) by Gallina, Gallo (1796-1874); (add.info.: Handcoloured copperplate print by Ant)

Background imageMotecuhzomatzin Ii Collection: Spanish Conquest of Mexico:meeting between Hernan Cortes and Montezuma II in 1519

Spanish Conquest of Mexico:meeting between Hernan Cortes and Montezuma II in 1519, 19th century (engraving)
ELD4900787 Spanish Conquest of Mexico:meeting between Hernan Cortes and Montezuma II in 1519, 19th century (engraving) by Unknown Artist

Background imageMotecuhzomatzin Ii Collection: Conquest of Mexico: Cortes arresting the king Mont... European School (20th century)

Conquest of Mexico: Cortes arresting the king Mont... European School (20th century) Conquest of Mexico
7277893 Conquest of Mexico: Cortes arresting the king Mont... European School (20th century) Conquest of Mexico: Cortes arresting the king Montezuma II, 1519, 19th century (chromo) by Unknown Artist

Background imageMotecuhzomatzin Ii Collection: Conquest of Mexico: Cortes arresting the king Montezuma II, 1519 (chromo)

Conquest of Mexico: Cortes arresting the king Montezuma II, 1519 (chromo)
3788704 Conquest of Mexico: Cortes arresting the king Montezuma II, 1519 (chromo) by Unknown Artist, (19th century); (add.info.: Cortez takes Montezuma prisoner (French)

Background imageMotecuhzomatzin Ii Collection: Hernan Cortes meeting Montezuma II in 1519, 19th century (print)

Hernan Cortes meeting Montezuma II in 1519, 19th century (print)
FLO4622025 Hernan Cortes meeting Montezuma II in 1519, 19th century (print) by Gallina, Gallo (1796-1874); (add.info.: Cortes in a suit of plate armor with cloak and sash)

Background imageMotecuhzomatzin Ii Collection: Hernan Cortes meeting Montezuma II in 1519, 19th century (print)

Hernan Cortes meeting Montezuma II in 1519, 19th century (print)
GIA4813929 Hernan Cortes meeting Montezuma II in 1519, 19th century (print) by Gallina, Gallo (1796-1874); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cortes in a suit of plate armor with cloak and sash)



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Motecuhzomatzin II was a powerful Aztec ruler who reigned during the early 16th century. He was known for his strategic military tactics and diplomatic skills, which helped him expand the Aztec empire to its greatest extent. Despite facing numerous challenges from rival city-states and Spanish conquistadors, Motecuhzomatzin II managed to maintain control over his people and territories. His reign was marked by impressive feats of engineering, such as the construction of elaborate temples and aqueducts that showcased the advanced architectural knowledge of the Aztec civilization. It also implemented social reforms aimed at improving the lives of his subjects, including initiatives to increase agricultural productivity and provide better healthcare services. However, his rule eventually came to an end with the arrival of Hernan Cortes and his army in Tenochtitlan. Despite putting up a fierce resistance, Motecuhzomatzin II was ultimately captured and executed by the Spanish forces. His legacy lives on as a symbol of Aztec resilience and determination in the face of overwhelming odds.