Mexican Archaeological Masks
'Iguana, ' mask
The personage represented in the handsome mask wears a diadem low on the forehead and earrings in the form of seashells. An iguana forms part of his features, curving sinuously from eyebrows to mouth.
Iron mask, 'Ancient Deity'
This impressive face inspires respect with its solemn and aristocratic features. Marco Polo transforms iron into a universal representation of ancient man in Mexico. The enigmatic mask receives a rustic oxidized finish.
'Luna con Sol en Verde, ' mask
A modern interpretation of traditional themes, this vivid mask celestially impresses the viewer, as the sun and moon reflect simple light upon aged green textures.
Ceramic masks, 'Ancient Citizens' (pair)
Depicted as masks, two personages from ancient Mexico are proud and noble. Georgina Cabrera crafts the pair based on archeological pieces discovered in the great city of Teotihuac�n.
Ceramic mask, 'Maya Lord Jaguar'
Angel Cer�n recreates a royal Maya mask adorned with an impressive headdress. Cer�n crafts the mask by hand from ceramic featuring a fearsome jaguar, or balam. A valiant Maya warrior and a feathered serpent complete the regal headdress.
Ceramic mask, 'Maya Jaguar Priest'
Georgina Cabrera revisits Mexico's pre-Hispanic past with this vivid ceramic mask. Crafted by hand, the mask personifies a Maya priest. According to Maya society, priests were highly regarded and believed to exert divine influence.
Iron mask, 'Bold Leader'
Serene and lordly, this image personage leads his people with bravery and wisdom. Feathers surround the face in this wall adornment by Marco Polo. With it, he pays tribute to Mexico's pre-Hispanic cultures.
Ceramic masks, 'Maya Warriors' (pair)
Depicted in the distinctive style of Palenque, two noblemen reveal the individual portraiture developed in this classic Maya ceremonial center. Both wear headdresses with the long tail feathers of the quetzal.
Ceramic mask, 'Life and Death'
The concept of duality played an important role in the life of ancient man in the Americas. This mask by Georgina Cabrera depicts life and death, both present simultaneously. In life, the person is a warrior, proud and handsome in his feathered penacho, or headdress.
Ceramic mask, 'Three Ages of Man'
A mask built of layers seem to break open, revealing a living youth within. The wrinkled visage of an aged man frames him, and the outermost mask represent the dead. Working in ceramic, Angel Cer�n creates an enigmatic replica.