Maya Tzompantli Mexican Maya and Aztec Ceramic Skull Motif Mask _artisan--novica-artisan-5045 The word means 'that which

The word means 'that which shows the way'

which is crafted from sterling silver bathed in 18k gold

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centered on triple wire-wrapped bands that are oxidized for contrast

Maya Tzompantli Mexican Maya and Aztec Ceramic Skull Motif Mask _artisan--novica-artisan-5045 The word means 'that whichArtisans from the Angel Cern Artisan Association create an original mask that blends elements of both Maya and Aztec art and culture. The face depicts the Sun Jaguar of the underworld seen in an incense burner from the Classic Maya site of Palenque. The mouth makes reference to Chac, the Maya rain god. Covered with skulls, the headdress is an interpretation of the Aztec tzompantli, a rack where the heads of sacrificial victims were displayed as an