Mesoamerican Collection (#2)

Pottery vessel representing the Storm God of the Aztecs
3330167 Pottery vessel representing the Storm God of the Aztecs; (add.info.: Pottery vessel representing the Storm God of the Aztecs, known as Tlaloc)

The Dresden Codex, also known as the Codex Dresdensis
2910724 The Dresden Codex, also known as the Codex Dresdensis; (add.info.: Mayan manuscript (known as the Dresden Codex). gods and demons are shown

The Immigration of the Maya (litho)
8661417 The Immigration of the Maya (litho) by Valda, John Harris (1874-1942); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Immigration of the Maya)

The Madrid Codex or "Tro-Cortesianus Codex", treatises of horoscopes and astrological tables
AIS5378108 The Madrid Codex or "Tro-Cortesianus Codex", treatises of horoscopes and astrological tables, brought to Spain by Hernan Cortes (1485-1547)

The meeting between Hernan (or Hernando) Cortes or Fernand Cortez (1485-1547) and Montezuma (or Moctezuma)
XEE5027231 The meeting between Hernan (or Hernando) Cortes or Fernand Cortez (1485-1547) and Montezuma (or Moctezuma: 1466 - 1520)

Yaqui Indians, descendants of the Aztecs (b/w photo)
8652979 Yaqui Indians, descendants of the Aztecs (b/w photo) by American Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Yaqui Indians, descendants of the Aztecs)

A collection of Aztec tribute goods
3329860 A collection of Aztec tribute goods; (add.info.: Illustration depicting a collection of Aztec tribute goods. Dated 14th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Mexicans celebrating the beginning of a new age, 1778
3478857 Mexicans celebrating the beginning of a new age, 1778; (add.info.: Mexicans celebrating the beginning of a new age. From John Hamilton Moore)

Maya priest and worshipper, from a sculpture in the British Museum (litho)
8673386 Maya priest and worshipper, from a sculpture in the British Museum (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Maya priest and worshipper)

Young Toltec Girl, from The Ancient Cities of the New World, by Claude-Joseph-Desire Charnay, pub. 1887 (engraving)
BAL126947 Young Toltec Girl, from The Ancient Cities of the New World, by Claude-Joseph-Desire Charnay, pub. 1887 (engraving) by Fritel

Yaxchilan lintel of Ritual scene with a plaque of a jaguar governor carrying the feathers of Quetzal
AIS5378762 Yaxchilan lintel of Ritual scene with a plaque of a jaguar governor carrying the feathers of Quetzal, Late Classic or III period, 200-900 AD (limestone bas-relief); Museo Arqueologico

Portrait of Emperor Aztec Moctezuma II (Montezuma or Motecuzoma Xocoyotzin, v.1480-1520). 19th century colour engraving
NWI4924092 Portrait of Emperor Aztec Moctezuma II (Montezuma or Motecuzoma Xocoyotzin, v.1480-1520). 19th century colour engraving.; (add.info)

Borbonic Codex or Borgia Codex
3499697 Borbonic Codex or Borgia Codex; (add.info.: Borbonic Codex or Borgia Codex. Precolumbian Period. Aztecs. Deity Quetzalcoatl. Feathered serpent)

Huitzilopochtli, Aztec god of the war
3478878 Huitzilopochtli, Aztec god of the war; (add.info.: Huitzilopochtli, Aztec god of the war, lord of the sun and fire)

Pre-Columbian Mexico: Mixtec 1200-16th century. 15th century (zoomorphic form from Codex Borgianus)
532972 Pre-Columbian Mexico: Mixtec 1200-16th century. 15th century (zoomorphic form from Codex Borgianus); (add.info.: From the collection at the Vatican Museum.); Universal History Archive/UIG

The Founding of Tenochtitlan, from the Codex Mendoza, made for the viceroy of New Spain, 16th century ()
BAL111692 The Founding of Tenochtitlan, from the Codex Mendoza, made for the viceroy of New Spain, 16th century (; Private Collection; (add.info.: for colour replica see 97368))

Aztec god of the dead, Mitlantecuhtli. 15th century (gold pendant)
532975 Aztec god of the dead, Mitlantecuhtli. 15th century (gold pendant); (add.info.: One of the few gold ornaments which escaped being turned into bullion by the Spanish conquistadors)

Montezuma II (1466-1620) last Aztec emperor in his palace, top, judges (center), litigants (bottom)
534529 Montezuma II (1466-1620) last Aztec emperor in his palace, top, judges (center), litigants (bottom). Early 16th century (drawing); Universal History Archive/UIG

Farewell between Hernan (or Hernando) Cortes or Fernand Cortez (1485-1547) and Montezuma (or Moctezuma)
XEE5027230 Farewell between Hernan (or Hernando) Cortes or Fernand Cortez (1485-1547) and Montezuma (or Moctezuma: 1466 - 1520) before the departure of Cortes (1500)

Emperor Moctezuma attacked by rebels
3846963 Emperor Moctezuma attacked by rebels; (add.info.: Emperor Moctezuma attacked by rebels - the fall of the Aztec Empire)

Spaniards attack and island defended by Aztecs while a priest baptizes a baby
PNP344515 Spaniards attack and island defended by Aztecs while a priest baptizes a baby, copied from the Codex Telleriano-Remensis

Spanish conquistadors with their native Tlazcalan allies attack an Aztec temple
532996 Spanish conquistadors with their native Tlazcalan allies attack an Aztec temple. 19th century (copy of section of drawings of Lienzo de Tlazcala lost during Mexican revolution)

Death of MONTEZUMA II (1480-1520) june 24, 1520, engraving
1744545 Death of MONTEZUMA II (1480-1520) june 24, 1520, engraving; (add.info.: Death of MONTEZUMA II (1480-1520) june 24, 1520, engraving); Photo: Tallandier

A Scene from Life, depicting musicians playing drums, turtle carapaces, rattles and trumpets
IND114823 A Scene from Life, depicting musicians playing drums, turtle carapaces, rattles and trumpets, on the East wall of room 1 of the Painted Temple at Bonampak, Mayan, Late Classic Period

Mosaic of a double-headed serpent for use as a ceremonial pectoral. Aztec, Mixtec, Mexico
528902 Mosaic of a double-headed serpent for use as a ceremonial pectoral. Aztec, Mixtec, Mexico. 15th-16th century AD (mosaic); Universal History Archive/UIG

Handstone, between 400 and 700. Creator: Unknown
Handstone, between 400 and 700

Frog Vessel, between 900 and 1200. Creator: Unknown
Frog Vessel, between 900 and 1200

Costumes de Différents Pays, Topilzin de l'Acien Mexique, c1797. Creators: Jacques Grasset de Saint-Sauveur
Costumes de Differents Pays, Topilzin de l'Acien Mexique, c1797

Flower-Shaped Earflares, between 550 and 850. Creator: Unknown
Flower-Shaped Earflares, between 550 and 850

Jaguar, c.A.D. 800. Creator: Unknown
Jaguar, c.A.D. 800

Figure Undergoing Transformation, 900-300 B.C.. Creator: Unknown
Figure Undergoing Transformation, 900-300 B.C

Monkey, 500 B.C.-A.D. 1000. Creator: Unknown
Monkey, 500 B.C.-A.D. 1000

Standing Female Figure, 500 B.C.-A.D. 1000. Creator: Unknown
Standing Female Figure, 500 B.C.-A.D. 1000

Standing Male Figure (image 1 of 2), 500 B.C.-A.D. 1000. Creator: Unknown
Standing Male Figure (image 1 of 2), 500 B.C.-A.D. 1000

Standing Male Figure, 500 B.C.-A.D. 1000. Creator: Unknown
Standing Male Figure, 500 B.C.-A.D. 1000

Figure with Starry Cape, 500 B.C.-A.D. 100. Creator: Unknown
Figure with Starry Cape, 500 B.C.-A.D. 100

Grater with Handle in the Form of a Male Head, 300 B.C.-A.D. 300. Creator: Unknown
Grater with Handle in the Form of a Male Head, 300 B.C.-A.D. 300

Seated Female, 1400-950 B.C.. Creator: Unknown
Seated Female, 1400-950 B.C

Gladiatorial Sacrifice, 1849. Creator: Unknown
Gladiatorial Sacrifice, 1849. Indigenous people in Mesoamerica. From "Pictorial History of Mexico and the Mexican War", by John Frost, LL.D.. [Thomas, Cowperthwait and Co

Ruins of Quemada, 1849. Creator: Unknown
Ruins of Quemada, 1849. The ancient site of La Quemada in the state of Zacatecas, Mexico, From "Pictorial History of Mexico and the Mexican War", by John Frost, LL.D

Monument at Copan, 1849. Creator: Unknown
Monument at Copan, 1849. Mayan sculpture at Copan in Honduras. From "Pictorial History of Mexico and the Mexican War", by John Frost, LL.D.. [Thomas, Cowperthwait and Co. Philadelphia, 1849]

The Aztec Calendar Stone, or Stone of the Sun, National Museum, Mexico City, c1930s. A name glyph of Aztec ruler Moctezuma II suggests the basalt Aztec sun stone was carved c1502- 1521

Mexico, Mexico City, Walls Of The Templo Mayor, Aztec Ruins, Great Temple, Tenochtitlan, Cathedral In Background, Temple Buried Underneath The Main Plaza, Centro Historico

Royal belt ornament, c.500-700 (jadeite)
1068472 Royal belt ornament, c.500-700 (jadeite) by Mayan; 13.02x16.8275x4.13 cm; Dallas Museum of Art, Texas, USA; (add.info.: Classic period Maya culture); The Nora and John Wise Collection

Mexico, Quintana Roo, El Castillo Pyramid in Chichen Itza archeological site
2040-210378-01

Montezuma II made prisoner by hernan Cortes in 1519, 19th century (lithograph)
ELD4918779 Montezuma II made prisoner by hernan Cortes in 1519, 19th century (lithograph) by Reid, Stephen (1873-1948); (add.info)

Hernan Cortes meeting Montezuma II in 1519, 19th century (print)
3434841 Hernan Cortes meeting Montezuma II in 1519, 19th century (print) by Gallina, Gallo (1796-1874); (add.info.: Handcoloured copperplate print by Ant)

Spanish Conquest of Mexico:meeting between Hernan Cortes and Montezuma II in 1519, 19th century (engraving)
ELD4900787 Spanish Conquest of Mexico:meeting between Hernan Cortes and Montezuma II in 1519, 19th century (engraving) by Unknown Artist

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"Mesoamerican Marvels: Exploring Diego Rivera's Captivating Murals and Mexico's Rich History" Step into the world of Mesoamerica through the mesmerizing murals of renowned artist Diego Rivera. One such masterpiece, "Detroit, " captures the essence of the booming automobile industry in 1930s America. With intricate details, Rivera showcases the power and innovation that defined this era. In another mural titled "Day of the Dead, " located at Mexico City's Ministry of Public Education, Rivera delves into a beloved Mexican tradition. The vibrant feast celebrates life and honors ancestors with colorful altars adorned with marigolds and sugar skulls. Through his artistry, Rivera immortalizes this cultural celebration. Rivera also pays homage to pre-Columbian civilizations like the Zapotec in his mural at Mexico City's Ministry of Public Education. This captivating piece from 1925 depicts their rich history and achievements, showcasing their advanced society long before European colonization. The Detroit Institute of Arts houses yet another stunning work by Rivera - a detailed section from his automotive industry mural. Here, he skillfully portrays workers laboring amidst towering machinery, symbolizing both progress and human struggle during an industrial revolution. Travel back even further in time to Tenochtitlan (Mexico City) during Spanish conquest through a vividly colored woodcut from 1556. This artwork provides a glimpse into the grandeur that once graced these ancient streets before foreign influence reshaped its landscape forever. Juan O Gorman's mural depicting Miguel Hidalgo's call for revolution on September 16th, 1810 is another powerful representation of Mexican history. It captures the spirit and bravery that fueled Mexico's fight for independence against colonial rule. Returning to Diego Rivera’s "Detroit" mural at The Detroit Institute of Arts reveals its central scene - an awe-inspiring depiction highlighting every aspect of American automobile production during that era. From assembly lines to bustling factories, Rivera showcases the magnitude of this industry's impact.