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Antique Framed Print : Pre-Columbian Art. Aztec period. Mexico. Collecting taxes. C
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Pre-Columbian Art. Aztec period. Mexico. Collecting taxes. C
Pre-Columbian Art. Aztec period. Mexico. Collecting taxes. Codex. National Museum of Anthropology. Mexico City
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Aztec Aztecs Codex Collecting Economy Mexico Payment Pre Columbian Taxes Tribute
21"x16" (54x41cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 15x10 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 21x16 inches (54x41cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 24.3cm x 37.1cm (9.6" x 14.6")
Estimated Product Size is 41.4cm x 54cm (16.3" x 21.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This image is taken from a page of the Fitzcarrald Codex, an essential document from the Aztec period in Mexico (circa 1550-1576). The scene depicts an Aztec tax collector, dressed in the regal attire of the time, collecting tribute from a local community. The Aztec Empire, which thrived from the 14th to the 16th century, was known for its complex and extensive system of taxation. The Codex, one of the few surviving pre-Hispanic pictorial records, offers a unique insight into the economic organization of the Aztec civilization. The tax collector, with a feathered headdress and a large bag slung over his back, is shown collecting various goods, including maize, beans, and precious stones. These items would be taken back to the Aztec capital, Tenochtitlan, to be used for the maintenance of the empire and its military. The Aztecs believed that the payment of taxes was a sacred duty, a concept that reinforced their social order and legitimized the power of their rulers. The intricate designs and vivid colors of the Codex illustrations provide a testament to the artistic achievements of the Aztecs, while also offering a glimpse into their daily life and economic practices. This photograph, taken at the National Museum of Anthropology in Mexico City, serves as a powerful reminder of the rich history and cultural heritage of the pre-Columbian Americas. The Codex, along with other artifacts and documents, is a valuable resource for scholars and researchers, providing invaluable insights into the complex and fascinating world of the Aztecs.
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