Scene of the ransom of captives by the Trinitarian Order from the hands of the Moors, 18th century.

The scene of the ransom of captives
By the Order of the Holy Trinity (Trinitarians) from the hands of the Moors
ol/pl. 51x75 cm
in gilded frame 89x65 cm
The scene depicts the moment of exchange. The Trinitarians (often called Redemptors) hand over bags of gold and valuables to Moorish guards in exchange for Christians,
The lower part of the painting shows the shackles removed from the captives.
Images of this content encouraged support for the order's activities.