Spanish Inquisition - late 15th century. Spanish Jew having to pump the organ at a Roman Catholic service. If bellows empty stone weight will fall and kill him, so 'saving' his soul for God. Engraving 1891.

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Spanish Inquisition - late 15th century. Spanish Jew having to pump the organ at a Roman Catholic service. If bellows empty stone weight will fall and kill him, so 'saving' his soul for God. Engraving 1891.

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