Mexican Maya and Aztec Ceramic Skull Motif Mask, "Maya Tzompantli"
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Artisans from the Angel Cerón Artisan Association create an original mask that blends elements of both Maya and Aztec art and culture. The face depicts the Sun Jaguar of the underworld seen in an incense burner from the Classic Maya site of Palenque. The mouth makes reference to Chac, the Maya rain god. Covered with skulls, the headdress is an interpretation of the Aztec tzompantli, a rack where the heads of sacrificial victims were displayed as an offering to the gods.
- 2.64 kgs
- 5.8 lbs
- 53 cm H x 17.5 cm W x 11 cm D
- 20.75" H x 7" W x 4.3" D
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Rachel
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03/01/2022
"Fantastic Mask"
I absolutely love the pieces from this artisan group and this mask in particular is wonderfully detailed.
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Cindia
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02/09/2021
"Great addition to my Memento Mori collection!"
Life is fleeting so enjoy it while you can. What better reminder then this richly realized evocation of a past great civilization! A substantial art piece. Thank you, Novica!
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Maya Tzompantli, Mexican Maya and Aztec Ceramic Skull Motif Mask
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Stephan
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03/07/2024
"Das ist bereits das vierte Werk des Künstlers"
Einfach nur schön!
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- Dekoration
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Bab
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02/07/2024
"Good"
Good. But I think the colour is a bit different from what one can see at the pictures.
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Liliana
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12/23/2023
"Beautiful !!!"
This ceramic is amazing
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Terry
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10/19/2023
"Wonderful dogs!"
I absolutely love these dog ornaments. Such a wonderful reminder of ancient Mexico, and such joyful depictions of dog joy! I want to display them all the time, not just on a holiday tree! Beautifully made.
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UpdateSadly, we lost Angel Ceron to cancer in 2022, at the age of 69. The master artisans with whom he worked closely (Angel names them each below)... read more