Vier details van de kathedraal van Granada before 1886

Here are four details of the Granada Cathedral, captured anonymously in a print. The Granada Cathedral was built on what was formerly the city's Great Mosque. Construction began in the early 16th century, shortly after the conquest of Granada by the Catholic Monarchs, Isabella I and Ferdinand II, marking a pivotal moment in Spanish history. Each detail reflects the cathedral's status as a symbol of Christian triumph and the complex dynamics of religious and cultural conversion. The vestments denote the Catholic church’s power, whilst the architectural details of the entrance and altar space showcase its grandeur. Commissioned by powerful figures, these spaces were designed to impress and inspire awe, reflecting both earthly power and spiritual aspiration. Consider how religious structures can be deeply intertwined with narratives of conquest and cultural transformation. What emotions do these images evoke in you?