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TENOCHTITLAN (MEXICO CITY) with Aztec pictographs and Spanish text from the Codex Mendoza
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TENOCHTITLAN (MEXICO CITY) with Aztec pictographs and Spanish text from the Codex Mendoza
TENOCHTITLAN (MEXICO CITY)
with Aztec pictographs and Spanish text from the Codex Mendoza, c1542
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Media ID 12414682
1542 American Indian Aztec Bradley Smith Cactus Codex Codex Mendoza Eagle Folklore Founding Latin America Latin American Legend Mendoza Mesoamerica Mesoamerican Mexican Mexico Mexico City Myth Native Native American New World Page Pictograph Pre Colombian Primitive Spanish Symbol Tenochtitlan Tribal Art
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This print showcases the rich cultural heritage of Tenochtitlan, now known as Mexico City. The image features a page from the Codex Mendoza, a significant historical document dating back to 1542. The Codex beautifully combines Aztec pictographs with Spanish text, offering a glimpse into the fascinating blend of indigenous and European influences during that time. The intricate drawings on this page depict various symbols and figures that hold great significance in Aztec folklore and mythology. From majestic eagles soaring above cacti to primitive yet evocative tribal art, each element tells its own story within the larger narrative of Tenochtitlan's founding and native traditions. As we explore this mesmerizing piece of Latin American history, we are transported back to an era when Mesoamerica was still untouched by European colonization. This pre-Columbian artwork serves as a powerful reminder of the vibrant cultures that thrived in these lands long before their encounter with the New World. Bradley Smith's skillful capture allows us to appreciate not only the beauty but also the historical importance behind this image. It invites us to delve deeper into Mexican heritage and encourages us to celebrate its diverse roots – both indigenous and Spanish – which have shaped modern-day Mexico City into a truly unique metropolis.
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