Room II · Colonial Mexico

Reprint of the letter of Pedro de Morales, 1579

Anonymous artist

Reprint of a 1579 letter. Letter from Father Pedro de Morales of the Society of Jesus to the very reverend Father Everard Mercurian, General of the same Society. Giving an account of the festivities held in Mexico City in 1578 for the installation of the holy relics sent by Pope Gregory XIII. Original letter printed by Antonio Ricardo in Mexico. With the "IHS" symbol and ornamental motifs in the center.

Classification

Printed matter

Date

1519–1821 · 16th century

Material

Paper

Dimensions

10.2 × 15.0 × 0.1 cm

Inventory no.

MUNAG.043.02537

Credits

Curator: Gabriela Zesati · Fotografía: Israel Salinas