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Priests of Tenochtitlan Sacrifice Victims to their Gods
Aztecs of Mexico- Priests of Tenochtitlan sacrifice victims to their gods Date: circa 1500
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1519 Aztecs Gods Human Mexico Priests Sacrifice Tenochtitlan Victims
17"x15" (43x38cm) Premium Frame
FSC real wood frame with double mounted 10x8 print. Double mounted with white conservation mountboard. Frame moulding comprises stained composite natural wood veneers (Finger Jointed Pine) 39mm wide by 21mm thick. Archival quality Fujifilm CA photo paper mounted onto 1mm card. Overall outside dimensions are 17x15 inches (431x381mm). Rear features Framing tape to cover staples, 50mm Hanger plate, cork bumpers. Glazed with durable thick 2mm Acrylic to provide a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish. Acrylic Glass is far safer, more flexible and much lighter than typical mineral glass. Moreover, its higher translucency makes it a perfect carrier for photo prints. Acrylic allows a little more light to penetrate the surface than conventional glass and absorbs UV rays so that the image and the picture quality doesn't suffer under direct sunlight even after many years. Easily cleaned with a damp cloth. Please note that, to prevent the paper falling through the mount window and to prevent cropping of the original artwork, the visible print may be slightly smaller to allow the paper to be securely attached to the mount without any white edging showing and to match the aspect ratio of the original artwork.
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 19.1cm x 24.4cm (7.5" x 9.6")
Estimated Product Size is 38.1cm x 43.1cm (15" x 17")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This haunting image captures the solemn and ritualistic moment of human sacrifice in the ancient Aztec city of Tenochtitlan, Mexico, circa 1500. The Aztecs, a powerful civilization that flourished in central Mexico before the Spanish conquest in 1519, were known for their intricate religious practices and the belief that human sacrifice was a necessary offering to their gods. In this scene, two priests, dressed in elaborate feathered headdresses and body paint, stand solemnly over a stone altar. The altar is adorned with various offerings, including flowers, fruits, and feathers. A bound and naked victim lies on the altar, his hands and feet secured, his eyes closed in resignation. The priests, with serious expressions, prepare to perform the sacrifice using obsidian knives. The Aztecs believed that the gods required the sacrifice of human life to maintain the balance of the universe and ensure the continuation of life. The victims were often chosen based on their age, health, and social status, and the sacrifice was considered an honor and a privilege. This image offers a glimpse into the complex and intricate religious practices of the Aztecs, a civilization that was both advanced and brutal in its beliefs. The sacrifice scene depicted here is a reminder of the deep reverence and respect the Aztecs held for their gods, and the profound impact that religious beliefs had on their daily lives.
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