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According to the first interpretation, the engraving on the skull represents the scene of a ritual that describes the ascension to power. A moving warrior carries a message. Another character is wearing a mask of a bird or of a toothed beast that is delivering a beautiful shield. It is in the form of a large flower in front of an altar that resembles an alligator head. From a body, a severed head rests on the altar with a knife in his mouth. From the bottom of the head, blood is being poured out which means this is the precious liquid that contains life.

Details

  • Title: The Lord Lizard
  • Creator: Unknow
  • Date Created: 900/1521
  • Location: Oaxaca-Puebla
  • Type: Cráneo
  • Medium: Hueso

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