Aztec Feathered Serpent Deity Sculpture with Stand, "Quetzalcoatl"

This awe-inspiring sculpture of Quetzalcoátl ("feathered serpent") celebrates the pre-Hispanic deity honored by Aztecs, Mayas, Tenochcas and Toltecs. Regarded as a god-ruler, Quetzalcoátl was related to gods of the wind, of dawn, of Venus, of merchants and of arts, crafts and knowledge. Elisa Camarena molds the revered deity with extraordinary precision and detail that is enhanced by high relief work. The signed piece stands on a pinewood base.