Great Court & Atrium
Mexica Turquiose & Jade Mosaic Mask
Stone Jaguar Warrior
Tlaloc, Mexica Rain God, Turquoise & Jade Mosaic
Double Headed Serpent, Turquoise, Jade & Red Oyster Shell Mosaic
These images are from an exhibition at the British Museum featuring the last Aztec ruler: Moctezuma.
These images are from an exhibition at the British Museum featuring the last Aztec ruler: Moctezuma.
The exhibit showcased intricately detailed jeweled masks and stone carvings with fine mosaic work in jade and turquoise. I like these pieces because they are incredibly striking with beautifully impressive colour work.
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