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Montezuma meets Cortez / Ms Hunter 242 f. 255r Conquest of Mexico
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Montezuma meets Cortez / Ms Hunter 242 f. 255r Conquest of Mexico
GUL232045 Montezuma meets Cortez / Ms Hunter 242 f.255r Conquest of Mexico, from Historia de Tlaxcala by Diego Munoz Camargo (pen & ink on paper) by Mexican School, (16th century); Glasgow University Library, Scotland; eUniversity of Glasgow Library; Mexican, out of copyright
Media ID 22361568
© University of Glasgow Library / Bridgeman Images
1485 1547 Authority Aztec Aztec Emperor Aztecs Central America Colonist Conquistador Cortez Enthroned Headdresses Hernan Hernando Cortes Invasion Latin America Mesoamerica Mexicans Missionary Mistress Montezuma Power Princess Tribe America Continent Malinche
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This print titled "Montezuma meets Cortez" takes us back to the 16th century, offering a glimpse into the historic Conquest of Mexico. The image depicts an intense encounter between Montezuma, the Aztec emperor, and Hernando Cortez, the Spanish conquistador. Seated on his throne with an air of authority and power, Montezuma wears a magnificent headdress that symbolizes his status as leader of the Aztec tribe. In this momentous meeting, we witness the collision of two vastly different worlds - one representing ancient Mesoamerica and its rich indigenous culture, while the other embodies European colonialism and missionary zeal. Standing beside Cortez is Donna Marina (also known as Malinche), who played a crucial role as translator and intermediary during this tumultuous period. The composition captures both tension and curiosity in each character's expression. It serves as a reminder of how conquests shape history by altering destinies forever. This artwork not only showcases artistic mastery but also invites contemplation on themes such as cultural exchange, power dynamics, and identity. Preserved within Glasgow University Library's collection in Scotland, this piece offers us an invaluable window into Latin America's past. As we delve into its intricate details - from Montezuma's regal presence to Cortez's determined gaze - we are transported to a time when empires clashed amidst uncertainty and change in North America’s western hemisphere.
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