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Premium Framed Print : Aztec hieroglyphs depicting the god Cihuacoatl, snake woman and fertility goddess. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Verico from Giulio Ferrario's Ancient and Modern Costumes of all the Peoples of the World, 1843
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Aztec hieroglyphs depicting the god Cihuacoatl, snake woman and fertility goddess. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Verico from Giulio Ferrario's Ancient and Modern Costumes of all the Peoples of the World, 1843
FLO4622090 Aztec hieroglyphs depicting the god Cihuacoatl, snake woman and fertility goddess. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Verico from Giulio Ferrario's Ancient and Modern Costumes of all the Peoples of the World, 1843.; (add.info.: Aztec hieroglyphs depicting the god Cihuacoatl, snake woman and fertility goddess. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Verico from Giulio Ferrario's Ancient and Modern Costumes of all the Peoples of the World, 1843.); © Florilegius
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Americain Americaine Amerique Amerique Du Nord Autel Aztec Azteque Dieu Ecriture Etats Unis Fertility Hieroglyph Hieroglyphe Indigene Mexicain Mexicaine Mexique Paganisme Precolombian Prehispanic Prehispanique Reptiles Traditionnel Traditionnelle Femme Homme Paganism Serpent Snakes
14"x18" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x12" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 30.4cm x 20.3cm (12" x 8")
Estimated Product Size is 45.8cm x 35.6cm (18" x 14")
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 stunning handcoloured copperplate engraving from 1843 captures the intricate hieroglyphs of the Aztec god Cihuacoatl, a deity embodying both snake woman and fertility goddess. The detailed depiction showcases the rich symbolism and mythology of the ancient Aztec civilization, highlighting their reverence for nature and feminine power.
The image is a testament to the artistic skill and cultural significance of Aztec art, with each glyph carefully crafted to convey spiritual meaning. The serpent motif represents transformation and renewal, while the female figure symbolizes fertility and abundance.
As we gaze upon this historical artifact, we are transported back in time to a world where gods walked among mortals and rituals were performed to honor the cycles of life. The fusion of human form with animal characteristics speaks to the interconnectedness of all living beings in Aztec belief.
Through this print, we gain insight into the religious practices and traditions of pre-Columbian Mexico, shedding light on a society that valued harmony with nature and revered powerful female deities. It serves as a reminder of our shared human heritage and the enduring legacy of ancient civilizations like the Aztecs.
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