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Ceremony of Aztec Adoration in the Temple of the Sun (Mexico City, Mexico). With a conquistador observing the ritual scene, 15th-16th century. Lithograph from 19th century illustration
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Ceremony of Aztec Adoration in the Temple of the Sun (Mexico City, Mexico). With a conquistador observing the ritual scene, 15th-16th century. Lithograph from 19th century illustration
NWI4900226 Ceremony of Aztec Adoration in the Temple of the Sun (Mexico City, Mexico). With a conquistador observing the ritual scene, 15th-16th century. Lithograph from 19th century illustration.; (add.info.: Ceremony of Aztec Adoration in the Temple of the Sun (Mexico City, Mexico). With a conquistador observing the ritual scene, 15th-16th century. Lithograph from 19th century illustration.); Photo © North Wind Pictures
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Aztec Conquistador Mexicans Mexico Mexican Precolombian Prehispanic Prostration 15th 15 Xv Xvth Fifteenth Century America Continent C16h Paganism
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This lithograph from the 19th century illustrates a scene of great historical significance - the Ceremony of Aztec Adoration in the Temple of the Sun in Mexico City during the 15th-16th centuries. The intricate details and vibrant colors bring to life this ancient ritual, with Aztec priests performing sacred ceremonies while a conquistador looks on in awe.
The juxtaposition of these two worlds - the indigenous Aztec culture and the arrival of Spanish conquerors - is strikingly captured in this image. The conquistador's presence serves as a reminder of the clash of civilizations that occurred during this tumultuous period in history.
The grandeur and complexity of Aztec religious practices are evident in every aspect of this print, from the elaborate costumes worn by the priests to the ornate decorations adorning the temple walls. It offers a glimpse into a world rich with tradition and spirituality, now preserved for posterity through this lithograph.
As we gaze upon this scene, we are transported back in time to witness firsthand one of Mexico's most sacred rituals. It is a testament to both the artistic skill of those who created this illustration and to the enduring legacy of Aztec civilization.
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