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Atahualpa, the last Incan Emperor, captured by Pizzaro
Atahualpa, the last Incan Emperor, captured by Francisco Pizzaro during the Spanish conquest. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Verico from Giulio Ferrrarios Costumes Antique and Modern of All Peoples (Il Costume Antico e Moderno di Tutti i Popoli), Florence, 1842
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Atahualpa, the Last Incan Emperor: A Moment Frozen in Time during the Spanish Conquest This handcoloured copperplate engraving by Verico, from Giulio Ferrrario's "Costumes Antique and Modern of All Peoples" (Il Costume Antico e Moderno di Tutti i Popoli), published in Florence in 1842, depicts a pivotal moment in history: the capture of Atahualpa, the last Incan Emperor, by the Spanish conquistador Francisco Pizzaro. Atahualpa, dressed in the traditional attire of the Inca rulers, with a golden headdress adorning his head and a royal mantle draped over his shoulders, is shown being led away by a determined Pizzaro and his soldiers. The Spanish conquistadors, dressed in their distinctive armour and carrying weapons, surround the scene, their expressions a mix of triumph and anticipation. The Incan civilization, which flourished in the Andean region of South America from approximately 1200 to 1533 AD, was renowned for its advanced agricultural, architectural, and artistic achievements. However, the arrival of the Spanish conquistadors in the late 15th century marked the beginning of the end for this great civilization. The capture of Atahualpa in 1532 was a turning point in the Spanish conquest of the Inca Empire. After a series of battles, Atahualpa, who had been warring against his brother Huáscar for the throne, was taken prisoner by Pizzaro's forces. In exchange for his release, Atahualpa agreed to fill a room with gold and silver to ransom himself. However, once the room was filled, Pizzaro reneged on the deal and had Atahualpa executed. This engraving is a poignant reminder of the clash of cultures and the consequences of the European colonization of the Americas. It also offers a glimpse into the customs, manners, and dress of the Inca people, providing valuable insights into their history and anthropology.
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