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Poster Print : The Ball Court, Chichen Itza, Yucatan, Mexico (engraving)
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The Ball Court, Chichen Itza, Yucatan, Mexico (engraving)
KW1078102 The Ball Court, Chichen ItzAa, Yucatan, Mexico (engraving) by Spanish School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Ball Court, Chichen ItzAa, Yucatan, Mexico in the 19th century before restoration. The traditional Mayan ball game was played between two opponents, the victorious ruler and his defeated enemy, the loser being sacrificed. From America Pintoresca, published 1884.); Ken Welsh; Spanish, out of copyright
Media ID 12705007
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Archaeological Ballgame Central America Central American Chichen Itza Maya Mayan Mesoamerica Mesoamerican Pelota Pre Columbian Precolumbian Site Yucatan Ball Court Chichen Itza Mayas
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Experience the rich history and culture of the ancient Mayan civilization with our stunning Media Storehouse Poster Print of 'The Ball Court, Chichen Itza, Yucatan, Mexico (engraving)' by the Spanish School, dating back to the 19th century. This exquisite engraving, sourced from Bridgeman Images through Fine Art Finder, transports you to the heart of Chichen Itza, showcasing the intricate details of the iconic ball court. Bring this piece of history into your home or office and add a touch of timeless beauty to your space.
A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 59.4cm x 39.5cm (23.4" x 15.6")
Estimated Product Size is 59.4cm x 42cm (23.4" x 16.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This print showcases "The Ball Court, Chichen Itza, Yucatan, Mexico" in all its ancient glory. The engraving, created by the Spanish School in the 19th century and now part of a private collection, takes us back to a time before restoration efforts were undertaken. In this image from "America Pintoresca" published in 1884, we witness the traditional Mayan ball game being played within these historic ruins. This intense sport was not just a mere competition; it held great significance for the Mayan civilization. Two opponents would face off - the victorious ruler and his defeated enemy. However, unlike modern sports where losing may result in disappointment or humiliation, here it meant something far more drastic: sacrifice. The architectural style of this structure is emblematic of Central American civilizations like the Maya. Its grandeur and intricate design speak volumes about their advanced understanding of architecture during that era. As we gaze upon this mesmerizing scene captured by Ken Welsh and made available through Fine Art Finder's extensive collection, we are transported to an ancient world filled with mystery and wonder. It serves as a reminder of our rich archaeological heritage and invites us to delve deeper into exploring the fascinating history of Mesoamerica.
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