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Xipe Totec, Toltec Culture (ceramic)
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Xipe Totec, Toltec Culture (ceramic)
XBP394486 Xipe Totec, Toltec Culture (ceramic) by Pre-Columbian; height: 152.4 cm; American Museum of Natural History, New York, USA; (add.info.: In Aztec mythology and religion, Xipe Totec (" our lord the flayed one" ) was a life-death-rebirth deity, god of agriculture, vegetation, the east, disease, spring, goldsmiths, silversmiths and the seasons; ); Photo eBoltin Picture Library; South American, out of copyright
Media ID 23475190
© Boltin Picture Library / Bridgeman Images
Archaic Central American Earthenware Mesoamerica Mesoamerican Mexican Naive Pre Columbian Precolumbian Stylised Xipe Totec
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This print showcases the magnificent ceramic sculpture of Xipe Totec, a significant figure in Toltec culture. Standing at an impressive height of 152.4 cm, this artwork is housed in the prestigious American Museum of Natural History in New York, USA. Xipe Totec holds great importance in Aztec mythology and religion as the deity representing life-death-rebirth. He is revered as the god of agriculture, vegetation, disease, spring, goldsmiths, silversmiths, and the seasons. This multifaceted representation reflects his power over various aspects of life. The craftsmanship evident in this sculpture is truly remarkable. The artist skillfully captures Xipe Totec's essence with a stylized approach that exudes both naivety and grandeur simultaneously. Every detail on this earthenware piece speaks volumes about Central American artistry during ancient times. Xipe Totec's significance extends beyond his visual portrayal; he embodies profound symbolism for Mesoamerican cultures. His presence signifies renewal and transformation through sacrifice—a concept deeply ingrained within their belief systems. As we gaze upon this mesmerizing image captured by Bridgeman Images from Fine Art Finder's collection, we are transported to a time long ago when civilizations flourished across South America. It serves as a reminder of our rich cultural heritage and invites us to explore the mysteries and wonders hidden within these ancient artifacts.
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