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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
Greetings Card (7"x5")
Step back in time with our exquisite Tenochtitlan greeting cards from Media Storehouse. Featuring a captivating image of Mexico City as depicted in the Codex Mendoza, these cards showcase the rich history and culture of the Aztec civilization. With intricate Aztec pictographs and Spanish text, each card is a work of art that tells a story of the past. Perfect for history enthusiasts, cultural appreciators, or anyone looking to add a touch of ancient charm to their correspondence. Send a piece of history with our Tenochtitlan greeting cards.
Folded Greeting Cards (12.5x17.5 cm) have a laminate finish and are supplied with an envelope. The front and inside can be personalised with text in a selection of fonts, layouts and colours.
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Product Size is 17.5cm x 12.5cm (6.9" x 4.9")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
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 The image features a page from the Codex Mendoza, a significant historical document dating back to 1542.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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