Pectoral, in the form of a double-headed serpent. Made of cedro wood and covered with mosaic made of turquoise and red thorny oyster shell. The teeth in the two open mouths are made from conch shell. Period Aztec /Mixtec. 1400-1521. Mexico. Detail of one of the heads. British Museum. London, England, United Kingdom.
This asset has restrictions and cannot be purchased online. Get in touch for more details.
SuperStock offers millions of photos, videos, and stock assets to creatives around the world. This image of Explore the Intricacies of Aztec Art: Serpent Mosaic Sculpture with Rich Cultural Significance by Album/Prisma/Album Archivo is available for licensing today.
Looking for a license?
Click here, and we'll help you find it! Questions? Just ask!
Click here, and we'll help you find it! Questions? Just ask!
DETAILS
Image Number: 4409-60076Rights ManagedCredit Line:Album/Prisma/Album Archivo/SuperStockCollection: Contributor: Model Release:NoProperty Release:NoResolution:2848×4288
