Spain (1810. 1814). Cᤩz Cortes. Allegory of the
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Spain (1810. 1814). Cᤩz Cortes. Allegory of the
Spain (1810.1814). Cᤩ z Cortes. Allegory of the 1812 Constitution. Litography. SPAIN. MADRID (AUTONOMOUS COMMUNITY). Madrid. Museo de Historia
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This captivating lithograph, titled
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Cortes and the Allegory of the 1812 Constitution," dates back to the pivotal years of 1810 and 1814 in Spanish history. The image, created by an unknown artist, is a powerful allegory that encapsulates the essence of the 1812 Constitution and the liberal ideals that it represented. The scene unfolds in a horizontal composition, with the central figure of Cánovas del Castillo y Torres, better known as Cánovas del Castillo or simply Cánovas, standing tall and resolute. He is depicted as a man of the people, surrounded by various personifications of the Constitution and its related institutions. The liberal spirit of the era is embodied by the figures of Sociedad, Polca, and Institución, among others. Cánovas, a prominent Spanish statesman and liberal, played a crucial role in the drafting and implementation of the 1812 Constitution. The document, which was the first modern constitution in Spain, aimed to establish a more representative government and limit the power of the monarchy. However, it was short-lived, as it was suspended just two years later in 1814 following the invasion of Spain by French forces under Napoleon Bonaparte. This lithograph serves as a poignant reminder of the brief but significant period of liberalism and constitutionalism in Spain during the early 19th century. The engraving, with its intricate details and expressive figures, is a testament to the skill and artistry of the lithographer, as well as the enduring power of allegorical imagery to convey complex ideas and emotions." Museo de Historia, Madrid, Spain. Autonomous Community of Madrid. Rights Managed. From Mary Evans Prints Online. (Not the company).
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