The "Spanish Donkey" was a torture device used during the Middle Ages, particularly in Spain. It consisted of a wooden beam shaped like a donkey's back, where victims were forced to sit. Weights were often added to their feet, causing immense pain and suffering. This device is often associated with the Spanish Inquisition, a period known for its harsh methods of punishment and interrogation. The Spanish Donkey exemplifies the brutal tactics employed to extract confessions or punish those accused of heresy or other crimes during that time.