Arrival of the Spanish and tribute
Artista: Anónimo tlaxcalteca
Siglo XVI · México
Colección: Lienzo de Tlaxcala
The codex represents the arrival of the Spanish in Mexica territory. Two European men are seen seated on a throne, receiving offerings from a group of indigenous people. In the background, representations of tribute such as baskets of food and birds can be seen, as well as barrels full of products. The
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