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Skulls of sacrificed men and horses skewered on horizontal poles and on display. Illumination from the Codex Florentino, c1540, compiled by Bernardino de Sahagun
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Skulls of sacrificed men and horses skewered on horizontal poles and on display. Illumination from the Codex Florentino, c1540, compiled by Bernardino de Sahagun
MEXICO: SKULL RACK.
Skulls of sacrificed men and horses skewered on horizontal poles and on display. Illumination from the Codex Florentino, c1540, compiled by Bernardino de Sahagun
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Media ID 10504795
1540 Aztec Bernardino Codex Codex Florentino Corpse Display Head Latin America Latin American Manuscript Illumination Mesoamerica Mesoamerican Mexican Mexico Native American Pole Pre Columbian Rack Sacrifice Sahagun Skull Decapitated Tzompantli
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This print from the Granger Art on Demand collection showcases a chilling scene of ancient Mesoamerican rituals. In this image, we are transported back to Mexico in 1540, as depicted in the Codex Florentino compiled by Bernardino de Sahagun. The photograph captures a macabre display known as the "Skull Rack" or tzompantli, where skulls of sacrificed men and horses are gruesomely skewered on horizontal poles. The illuminated manuscript illumination offers us a glimpse into the dark practices of Aztec civilization. The composition is hauntingly beautiful yet unsettling, with rows upon rows of decapitated heads and equine skulls arranged meticulously for public exhibition. This visual representation serves as a testament to the power and brutality that characterized pre-Columbian Latin America. As we delve deeper into this image, it becomes evident that it represents more than just an artistic rendering. It symbolizes the clash between indigenous cultures and European colonization during this period in history. The presence of native Americans alongside their sacrificial offerings highlights their resilience amidst foreign domination. Through this thought-provoking photograph, we are reminded of the rich cultural heritage embedded within Latin American history while also acknowledging its darker aspects. It serves as both a reminder and an invitation to explore these complex narratives further, shedding light on our shared human experience across time and continents.
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