Francisco Pizarro Portrait Engraving - Historical Print from 1598 #3418662 (License: Personal Use)

This black-and-white copperplate engraving depicts Francisco Pizarro, the Spanish conquistador famed for overthrowing the Inca Empire. He is shown in profile facing right, wearing a fur-trimmed cap, chain collar, and draped robe, with symbolic military and heraldic motifs framing the oval portrait-including crossed lances, a shield, and floral ornamentation. The surrounding Latin inscription reads “Franciscus Pizarus Gonzalli… Peruvie Subactor 1598,” affirming his role as conqueror of Peru and dating the print to 1598, likely posthumous.

Used in academic articles, museum digital collections, and history websites discussing European colonization of the Americas; serves user intent for visual reference, educational content, or historical illustration of 16th-century figures.