Mexica Collection

Arabic, Chinese, Aztec, cotton clothes are East Asians, Americans and North Affricans
6202819 Arabic, Chinese, Aztec, cotton clothes are East Asians, Americans and North Affricans; (add.info.: "Arabic, Chinese, Aztec, cotton clothed are East Asians)

1704 Gemelli Map of the Aztec Migration
1704 Gemelli Map - According to legend on exactly May 24, 1065 CE, the Mexica (Aztec) began an epic migration from their ancestral homeland, Aztlan

Mexico City. Quetzalcoatl Snake
MEXICO. Mexico City. National Museum of Anthropology. Teotihuacan Hall. Quetzalcoatl Snake. Aztec art. Sculpture

Idol Vitzliputzli (Huitzilopochtli). Mexican idol. Engraving. Historia de la Conquista de Mexico, poblacion, y progresos de la America septentrional

The Great Aztec Temple at Tenochtitlan. Dedicated to the god of war. Built in a large square, with an ashlar wall, carved on the outside with different loops of chained snakes. Engraving

Conquest of Mexico
Spanish conquest of the Aztec Empire (1519-21). Construction of the Villa Rica of La Vera Cruz, with the help of the Totonac Indians. Detail

Incense burner in the form of the god Tlaloc, Tlahuac, Late Postclassic period, c
5926317 Incense burner in the form of the god Tlaloc, Tlahuac, Late Postclassic period, c.1500 (terracotta) by Aztec, (16th century); Museo Nacional de Antropologia, Mexico City

Incense burner in the form of the god Tlaloc, Tlahuac, Late Postclassic period, c
5926315 Incense burner in the form of the god Tlaloc, Tlahuac, Late Postclassic period, c.1500 (terracotta) by Aztec, (16th century); Museo Nacional de Antropologia, Mexico City

Incense burner in the form of the god Nappatecuhtli, Tlahuac, Late Postclassic period, c
5926313 Incense burner in the form of the god Nappatecuhtli, Tlahuac, Late Postclassic period, c.1500 (terracotta) by Aztec, (16th century); Museo Nacional de Antropologia, Mexico City

Incense burner in the form of the goddess of agriculture Chicomecoatl, Tlahuac
5926309 Incense burner in the form of the goddess of agriculture Chicomecoatl, Tlahuac, Late Postclassic period, c.1500 (terracotta) by Aztec, (16th century); Museo Nacional de Antropologia

Cortes, having landed on mainland, destroys his fleet
Hernan Cortes, having reached Mexico and discovering already a mutiny, decided to sink the ships to stop any more arising. Men in longboats surround ships, either sunk or sinking. Date: 1519

Cortes orders his men to sink his ships
Hernan Cortes orders his men to sink the ships, so that they cannot retreat. Camp has been set up on the banks, as men in longboats surround various boats either sunk or in the process of sinking

Market scene in pre-Columbian Tlatelolco
A market scene in the city state of Tlatelolco before the Spanish invasion. Various Mexica people crowd around market vendors in a colonnade selling wares such as pottery, animals skins, livestock

Incense burner in the form of the goddess of maize Xilonen, Tlahuac
5926310 Incense burner in the form of the goddess of maize Xilonen, Tlahuac, Late Postclassic period, c.1500 (terracotta) by Aztec, (16th century); Museo Nacional de Antropologia, Mexico City

Ocelot cuauhxicalli, c. 1500 (stone)
5926318 Ocelot cuauhxicalli, c.1500 (stone) by Aztec, (16th century); Museo Nacional de Antropologia, Mexico City, Mexico; (add.info)

Huitzilopochtli (back) (engraving)
980539 Huitzilopochtli (back) (engraving) by American School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Huitzilopochtli (back)

Incense burner in the form of the goddess of maize Xilonen, Tlahuac
5926312 Incense burner in the form of the goddess of maize Xilonen, Tlahuac, Late Postclassic period, c.1500 (terracotta) by Aztec, (16th century); Museo Nacional de Antropologia, Mexico City

Incense burner in the form of the goddess of agriculture Chicomecoatl, Tlahuac
5926307 Incense burner in the form of the goddess of agriculture Chicomecoatl, Tlahuac, Late Postclassic period, c.1500 (terracotta) by Aztec, (16th century); Museo Nacional de Antropologia

Mexica Warrior - Morning Hunt
Ali Khataw

Xochipilli. Mexica deity of love, games, beauty, dance, flowers, maize, pleasure, arts and songs. Postclassic period (1325-1521). Aztec art. Sculpture on rock. MEXICO. FEDERAL DISTRICT. Mexico City

Ehecatl-Quetzalcoatl, found at Colle de las Escalerilla. Aztec art. Sculpture. MEXICO. FEDERAL DISTRICT. Mexico City. National Museum of Anthropology

Stone of the Sun. 1479. Incorrectly known as Aztec Calendar. Disc shaped ceremonial monolith made of basalt with inscriptions about the Mexica cosmogony and the solar cults. Aztec art

San Juan Teotihuacan, Mexico - Open Air Theatre. The Pyramid of the sun can be seen in the background. Date: circa 1930s

Stone seated figure of Xochipilli, AD 1325-1521 from Mexico. Aztec Xochipilli was the Mexica god of music and dance. His name in Nahuatl, the language spoken by the Mexica, means Flower Prince

seated figure of Xiuhtecuhtli the Aztec goddess of Fire. AD 1325-1521 From Mexico. This figure represents Xiuhtecuhtli, the Mexica god of fire

Stone figure of Xiuhcoatl, AD 1325-1521 From Mexico. The Fire Serpent Xiuhcoatl, played an important role in Mexica religion

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"Exploring the Rich Heritage of Mexica: From Mexico City to Ancient Temples" Step into the vibrant world of Mexica, an ancient civilization that thrived in what is now Mexico City. Marvel at the iconic Quetzalcoatl Snake, a symbol of wisdom and rebirth, which was revered by the Mexica people. Discover their devotion to Idol Vitzliputzli (Huitzilopochtli), the fierce Mexican deity associated with war and sun. One cannot miss The Great Aztec Temple at Tenochtitlan, a magnificent structure that stood as a testament to Mexica's architectural prowess. It served as a spiritual center for ceremonies and rituals, leaving visitors awe-inspired even today. The Conquest of Mexico marked a turning point in Mexica history when Spanish conquistador Hernan Cortes arrived on these shores. Witness his arrival through historical accounts and imagine the clash between two worlds. Intriguingly, Xochipilli emerges as an enchanting figure - the Mexica deity of love, games, and beauty. Explore how this god played a significant role in shaping cultural practices during ancient times. Delve into history with the 1704 Gemelli Map of the Aztec Migration, offering insights into how this civilization came to settle in present-day Mexico City. Trace their journey across vast lands through this captivating artifact. Marvel at intricate incense burners shaped like gods such as Tlaloc or goddesses like Chicomecoatl - symbols representing various aspects of life cherished by Mexica society. These artifacts provide glimpses into their religious beliefs and agricultural practices. Uncover one fateful decision made by Cortes himself - after landing on mainland soil; he ordered his fleet destroyed. This bold move demonstrated his unwavering commitment to conquer new territories while leaving no room for retreat or surrender. Embark on an immersive journey through time as you explore all facets culture.