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Conquest of Mexico. Capture of Cuauhtemoc. Engraving

Conquest of Mexico. 16th century. Cuauhtemoc was captured by Garcia Holguin while fleeing in a canoe with her family after the defeat in the Battle of Tenochtitlan. The Truthful History of Conquest of New Spain by Bernal Diaz del Castillo. Engraving, 1807

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1807 Arrest Aztec Aztecs Bernal Brigantine Capture Captured Castillo Catch Conquerors Conquest Conquista Diaz Escape Espana Flee Garcia Hero Historia Holguin Indies Natives Nueva Rowboat Rowing Seize Shield Cuauhtemoc Verdadera

Mouse Pad

Standard Size Mouse Pad 7.75" x 9..25". High density Neoprene w linen surface. Easy to clean, stain resistant finish. Rounded corners.

Archive quality photographic print in a durable wipe clean mouse mat with non slip backing. Works with all computer mice

Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 23.7cm x 19.4cm (9.3" x 7.6")

Estimated Product Size is 23.7cm x 20.2cm (9.3" x 8")

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 engraving depicts a pivotal moment in the Conquest of Mexico, specifically the capture of Aztec Emperor Cuauhtemoc by Spanish conquistador Pedro de Alvarado's lieutenant, Geronimo de Aguilar, under the command of Francisco de Garcia Holguin. The image, taken from Bernal Diaz del Castillo's "The Truthful History of the Conquest of New Spain," shows Cuauhtemoc and his family attempting to escape in a canoe after the defeat in the Battle of Tenochtitlan in 1521. The Aztec emperor, wearing a distinctive feathered headdress and carrying a shield, is shown being seized by Garcia Holguin and his men as they row towards the brigantine in the background. The scene illustrates the clash between the indigenous people of the Americas and the European conquerors, highlighting the power dynamics and the beginning of the end of the Aztec Empire. The engraving, created in the 19th century, offers a glimpse into the past and the complex history of the conquest of the New World.

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