Mexico Pre-Hispanic Style Signed Ceramic Shaman Sculpture, "Aztec Shaman"

Endowed with the power to observe what others cannot, the Mexica or Aztec shaman served as a sort bridge between both worlds — the physical world and the world of the spirit. Thus he developed the ability to cure illness of mind, heart and body. Working in ceramic, artisans from the Angel Ceron Artisan Association create an imaginary shaman in the ancient Mexica style. He wears a headdress and holds a skull, as he can envision the afterlife. On his shoulder, a large owl perches. Mictlantecuhtli, the Aztec god of death was often depicted with an owl.