Panel, 'Mystic Blue Aztec Calendar'

Georgina Cabrera presents this replica of the Aztec Calendar in shades of midnight blue, where a constellation of symbols illumes the "Sun Calendar." Controversial in name, for it is not originally from Aztlan, the calendar integrates the mythological conception of the creation of the world as well as serving a practical function. The central figure is Tonatiuh, or sun and the final ring is comprised by images of Quetzalcoatl, the feathered serpent. Tonatiuh is surrounded by images of the Olin which refer to the epochs of life, for it was believed that after four epochs the world would be destroyed and recreated. A second ring consists of 20 images symbolizing the days or tonalli. It was believed a year consisted of 18 months or meztli, with five or six extra days, called nemontemi adding up to a full calendar year. A third ring, akin to sun rays, is decorated with engraved motifs and originally contained precious stones, such as chalchihuite, or precious ornaments, symbolizing light, strength, and beauty.