Maya Tzompantli Mexican Maya and Aztec Ceramic Skull Motif Mask _artisan--novica-artisan-1482 A combination of contrasting finishes

A combination of contrasting finishes cause the designs to stand out as they frame a single

and the sixth at the center of the forehead and associated with intuition

Antonio grew up immersed in the textile tradition of his hometown of San Pedro de Cajas

Tug Small: 8” x 2” x 3

With snaps all down the side seams and the sleeves

Maya Tzompantli Mexican Maya and Aztec Ceramic Skull Motif Mask _artisan--novica-artisan-1482 A combination of contrasting finishesArtisans from the Angel Cern Artisan Association create an original mask that blends elements of both Maya and Aztec art and culture. The face depicts the Sun Jaguar of the underworld seen in an incense burner from the Classic Maya site of Palenque. The mouth makes reference to Chac, the Maya rain god. Covered with skulls, the headdress is an interpretation of the Aztec tzompantli, a rack where the heads of sacrificial victims were displayed as an