Atabalipa, Rex Peruviæ 1629 - 1639

This etching by Jerôme David from 1629-1639 depicts Atabalipa, the last emperor of the Inca, in a regal pose. "Atabalipa, Rex Peruviæ" is a striking portrayal of a powerful figure, emphasizing Atabalipa's status through his elaborate headdress and clothing. The work is a fine example of 17th-century engraving and provides a glimpse into the history of the Inca empire through the lens of European artistic conventions.