Codex Magliabecchi
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Codex Magliabecchi
Codex Magliabecchi. Ritual human sacrifice to god Huitzilopochtli. Aztec art. Miniature Painting
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Aztec Codex Human Ritual Sacrifice Aisa Huitzilopochtli
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This exquisite miniature painting, known as the Codex Magliabecchianus or Codex Magliabecchi, offers a haunting glimpse into the ancient Aztec practice of human sacrifice, dedicated to their god Huitzilopochtli. The Codex Magliabecchi is a rare and valuable historical document, dating back to the 16th century, that provides important insights into the religious and cultural practices of the Aztecs before the Spanish conquest. The painting depicts a solemn and somber ritual scene, with a priest standing before an altar adorned with various offerings and symbols of Huitzilopochtli. The god himself is depicted as a fierce and imposing figure, with a serpent-like body and a human head, surrounded by eagles and other symbols of his power. In the foreground, a human sacrifice is taking place, with a bound and terrified man lying on a stone altar, his heart about to be extracted by the priest with a sharp obsidian knife. The scene is filled with a sense of reverence and awe, as well as a palpable sense of fear and dread. The Codex Magliabecchi is an important historical artifact, as it is one of only a few surviving Aztec codices, or books, that provide detailed information about their religion, mythology, and culture. It was likely created in Mexico around 1540, and was later brought to Europe, where it was acquired by the Medici family of Florence, Italy, who added it to their renowned collection of art and historical documents. Today, the Codex Magliabecchi is housed in the Medicean Library in Florence, and is a precious and fascinating window into the rich and complex history of the Aztec civilization.
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