Francisco Xavie; Manuel de Flores. [Re-Establishment of the Inquisition].

Auction 92 | Thursday, February 18th, 2021 at 1:00pm
Fine Judaica: Rare Printed Books, Manuscripts, Autograph Letters & Graphic Arts

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Lot 227
(MEXICO).

Francisco Xavie; Manuel de Flores. [Re-Establishment of the Inquisition].

<<FIRST MEXICAN EDITION.>> Printed broadsheet, with signatures of Manuel de Flores and his secretary. Two co-joined sheets. Tall folio.

Mexico: 2nd September 1815

Est: $600 - $900
The Mexican Inquisition was an extension of the Spanish Inquisition to New Spain and despite late reforms, remained in force well into the early 19th century. The present proclamation, issued by Manuel de Flores, Mexico’s last Inquisitor, instructs all Spanish subjects residing in Mexico to voluntarily confess and renounce any heretical opinions. Further details available upon request.