Chacmool (chac-mool) a form of Mayan, pre-Columbian Mesoamerican sculpture, depicting a reclining figure with its head facing 90 degrees from the front, supporting itself on its elbows and supporting a bowl or a disk upon its stomach. These figures possibly symbolised slain warriors carrying offerings to the gods. Chichen Itza Mexico; 100-1500 AD
SuperStock offers millions of photos, videos, and stock assets to creatives around the world. This image of Chacmool (chac-mool) a form of Mayan, pre-Columbian Mesoamerican sculpture, depicting a reclining figure with its head facing 90 degrees from the front, supporting itself on its elbows and supporting a bowl or a disk upon its stomach. These figures possibly symbolised slain warriors carrying offerings to the gods. Chichen Itza Mexico; 100-1500 AD by World History Archive/Image Asset Management is available for licensing today.
DETAILS
Image Number: 1746-29016896Rights ManagedCredit Line:World History Archive/Image Asset Management/SuperStockCollection:Image Asset Management Contributor:World History Archive Model Release:NoProperty Release:NoResolution:3430×6115