Huayna Capac (h. 1465-1525). Inca emperor (1493-1525)
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Huayna Capac (h. 1465-1525). Inca emperor (1493-1525)
Huayna Capac (h.1465-1525). Inca emperor (1493-1525). Son of Tupac Inca Yupanqui. Engraving, 1726
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Capac Dynasty Eleventh Inca 15th Hanan Huayna Sapa
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This engraving depicts Huayna Capac (1465-1525), the eleventh and last Sapa Inca (supreme emperor) of the Hanan (Higher) Dynasty of the Inca Empire in the Andes region of South America. Huayna Capac, whose name translates to "New Ruler," was the son of Tupac Inca Yupanqui and succeeded his father in 1493. During his reign, the Inca Empire reached its greatest territorial extent, stretching from modern-day Colombia in the north to central Chile in the south. Huayna Capac is shown here in regal attire, wearing a long, flowing tunic and a crown adorned with feathers and precious stones. The sun, a symbol of power and authority in Inca culture, is depicted above his head, highlighting his divine connection to the cosmos. The inscription below the image reads "Capac Yupanqui," further identifying the subject as the Inca emperor. The engraving dates back to 1726, making it an important historical document from the modern age. It offers a glimpse into the visual representation of Inca rulers during the colonial period, when European influence began to shape the artistic styles of the region. Despite the European influence, the image retains distinct Inca elements, such as the use of feathers and the representation of the sun, showcasing the rich cultural fusion that characterized the Andean world during this time.
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