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Aztec Codex Borbonicus, Tonalamatl, detail depicting Quetzalcoatl
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Aztec Codex Borbonicus, Tonalamatl, detail depicting Quetzalcoatl
XIR162662 Aztec Codex Borbonicus, Tonalamatl, detail depicting Quetzalcoatl and Tezcatlipoca (vellum) by Pre-Columbian; 39x40 cm; Bibliotheque de l Assemblee Nationale, Paris, France; (add.info.: Quetzalcoatl represents the forces of good and light; Tezcatlipoca represents the night, the moon and the forces of evil and destruction; ); South American, out of copyright
Media ID 23225746
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Glyph Gods Manuscripts Pictogram Winged Feathered Serpent
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This print showcases a mesmerizing detail from the Aztec Codex Borbonicus, specifically depicting Quetzalcoatl and Tezcatlipoca. The ancient manuscript, measuring 39x40 cm, is housed in the Bibliotheque de l'Assemblee Nationale in Paris, France. In this intricate depiction, Quetzalcoatl emerges as a powerful symbol of good and light. Representing positive forces, he stands tall as a feathered serpent with majestic wings outstretched. On the other hand, Tezcatlipoca embodies darkness and destruction; he personifies the night and moon while exuding an aura of evil. The codex itself served as a guide for priests during religious ceremonies and rituals. It was an invaluable manuscript that provided insights into the complex Aztec calendar system known as Tonalamatl. This particular section focuses on trecena - thirteen-day periods within their calendar. The image captures not only the gods themselves but also their contrasting attributes through pictograms and glyphs meticulously drawn on vellum. The attention to detail is remarkable; every line conveys meaning and symbolism. As we delve into this extraordinary artwork from Pre-Columbian South America, we are transported back in time to witness these mythical beings come alive on paper. Their significance in Aztec culture cannot be overstated – they represent opposing cosmic forces that shaped their beliefs about creation, life cycles, and spiritual balance. This print offers us a glimpse into an ancient
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