Name: Ceramic sculpture, Aztec Warrior and Quetzal
SKU: 229339

Aztec Merlon Pre-Hispanic Replica Sculpture from Mexico with Wood Base

Elisa Camarena

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Shaped like a florid shell, this sculpture of a merlon is crafted by Mexico's Elisa Camarena. "This type of merlons adorned the calmécac, which were schools for the sons of the Aztec nobility where they studied to become priests, warriors, judges, governors, etc.," explains Camarena. The beige sculpture contrasts with the brown pinewood stand.

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Aztec Calendar Eagle Warrior Ceramic Eagle Warrior Sculpture with Aztec Calendar

Angel Ceron Artisan Association

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"Both the sun calendar and the eagle warrior are representative of the Mexica culture, also known as Aztec," explain artisans from the Angel Cerón Artisan Association as they introduce this original sculpture. "Briefly, the Aztec calendar symbolizes the ages of earth as well as the deities who they honored through rituals, ceremonies and human sacrifices to preserve cosmic order. Eagle warriors were held in high regard for their bravery and courage. War was crucial to the Aztec Empire, for that is how they sustained their economy and religion." The artisans craft the ceramic sculpture by hand with elaborate detail with color accents.

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Eagle Knight Rustic Aztec Warrior-Themed Handcrafted Ceramic Sculpture

Angel Ceron Artisan Association

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Fierce and commanding, this ceramic sculpture captures the power of an Aztec eagle warrior, clad in a striking skull mask and an elaborate eagle headdress. Holding a conch shell, once used as a battle trumpet, and carrying a detailed shield, every element reflects the warrior’s strength and deep cultural symbolism. Handcrafted with remarkable skill by the members of the Angel Ceron Artisan Association in Mexico, this figurine brings history and legend into vivid form.

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Aztec Caballero Aguila Warrior Aztec Eagle Warrior Ceramic Replica Sculpture from Mexico

Angel Ceron Artisan Association

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Believed to channel the courage and might of the eagle, the eagle warrior was highly revered by the Tlaxcalteca people of 600-950, and images of these elite warriors are present in Mexico City's Templo Mayor. Artisans from the Angel Cerón Artisan Association depict one such warrior wearing talons on his hands, as well as an imposing feathered headdress that represents the powerful bird. The Mexican artisans work in ceramic, giving his polychrome sculpture an aged, antique finish.

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Fierce Aztec Jaguar Warrior Realistic Ceramic Sculpture of an Aztec Jaguar Warrior

Angel Ceron Artisan Association

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Depicted in the Florentine Codex as well as in historic paintings, the jaguar warrior comes to life in ceramic. Artisans from the Angel Cerón Artisan Association portray the warrior wearing the jaguar's paws on his hands as well as a mask that represents the fierce spotted cat. These fighting men formed one of the elite divisions of the Aztec army.

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Eagle Warrior Collectible Museum Replica Ceramic Sculpture (Medium)

Angel Ceron Artisan Association

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The brave eagle warriors of 1325-1521 AD inspire Angel Cerón in the crafting of this sculpture. Only the sons of Mexica noble families were admitted into this exclusive army, regarded as daytime (solar) soldiers. To obtain this title, they had to capture up to five prisoners. Cerón depicts the warrior with his head turned sideways, as custom dictated to depict high ranking characters. Crafting the sculpture from ceramic with colorful feathers and an eagle headdress, the Mexican artisan portrays the courageous warrior with a shield and a macahuitl, a type of sword that was encrusted with sharp obsidian shards.

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Aztlan Warrior Handmade Mexican Aztec Ceramic Sculpture

Angel Ceron Artisan Association

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Angel Cerón is inspired by the legend of Aztlán for the design of this extraordinary sculpture. Meaning "the place of herons," Aztlán was a prophesized islet where the Mexicas were told to build their city, the Great Tenochtitlan – at modern day Mexico City. The brave warrior wears a bird headdress with a fish in its beak. In his hands he holds a human head and an eagle. Incredibly detailed, the sculpture is crafted of ceramic.

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Jaguar Warrior Aztec Museum Replica Ceramic Sculpture (Medium)

Angel Ceron Artisan Association

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The brave jaguar warriors of 1325-1521 AD inspire artisans from the Angel Cerón Artisan Association in the crafting of this sculpture. Only the sons of Mexica noble families were admitted into this exclusive army, regarded as soldiers of darkness. To obtain this title, they had to capture 12 prisoners. The artisans depict the warrior with his head turned sideways, as custom dictated to depict high ranking characters. Crafting the sculpture from ceramic with colorful feathers and an eagle headdress, the Mexican artisan portrays the courageous warrior with a shield and a macahuitl, a type of sword that was encrusted with sharp obsidian shards.

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Large Jaguar Warrior Aztec Warrior Ceramic Replica Sculpture from Mexico

Angel Ceron Artisan Association

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The sculpted bust of a jaguar warrior unearthed in Texcoco inspires artisans from the Angel Cerón Artisan Association in the creation of this sculpture. Ancient Aztecs believed the jaguar to be associated with the god of night, and to become a jaguar one had to capture at least four enemies. Jaguar warriors, or ocelopilli, were used to capture enemies to be sacrificed to the gods. They would wear jaguar fur and claws for they believed the items would make them stronger and braver. They fought with wooden swords studded with obsidian.

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Tlaloc Lord of Rain Aztec Hand Crafted Ceramic Replica Sculpture

Angel Ceron Artisan Association

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Angel Cerón is inspired by the depiction of Tlácoc in the Ixtlilxóchitl Codex dating back to 1325-1519 AD. The powerful Aztec god of rain appears like a grand warrior holding a lightning rod and shield. His anthropomorphic presence includes a human body with a bird like visage and a grand headdress. According to this codex, Tláloc ruled over the Guinamenti, a civilization of giants who lived in the Anahuac Valley long before the Aztecs. Given his high merits as a ruler he was made a deity.

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Aztec Warrior and Quetzal Hand Crafted Collectible Aztec Ceramic Replica Sculpture

Angel Ceron Artisan Association

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Experts in pre-Hispanic art, artisans from the Angel Cerón Artisan Association replicate this extraordinary statuette of Aztec-Mixtec origin. Dated 1325–1521 AD, a brave warrior holds a quetzal gently in his hand as the bird's long green tail cascades over his arm. Working with yellow clay from Oaxaca, the artisans sculpt this museum replica with magnificent details. Includes a stand.

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Ceramic sculpture, 'Aztec Calendar Eagle Warrior'

Lady K's Treasures

Oct 17, 2020

Gorgeous !

Angel Ceron's sculptures are beautifully made. So detailed, colorful, and delicate.I am so proud to now own three of his pices and love all of them.

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Ceramic sculpture, 'Fierce Aztec Jaguar Warrior'

Katherine

Oct 15, 2020

We love our new sculpture!

We are proud to display this authentic piece of art in our home. It reminds us that our lineage placed great importance on our history and symbolism of our ancestors. We treasure where we came from and this artistic piece will remain in our families for generations to come.

Ceramic sculpture, 'Aztec Warrior and Quetzal'

Dr. Jaime Tamez

Jan 15, 2020

Incredible!

This is one of my prized pieces in my extensive collection of pre-colombian figures. Visitors are awed by the detail, color and size of this piece.

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