Mexican Archaeological Masks
Iron mask, 'Sleeping Warrior'
Feigning sleep, a warrior entices the enemy to draw near. Yet the man is alert and tense, ready to surprise his attacker. By Marco Polo, this impressive image is hand-crafted of iron. It receives an oxidized finish beneath the protective lacquer.
Ceramic mask, 'Laugh Out Loud'
Closing his eyes, this person opens his mouth and laughs out loud. Abel Garcia creates an elongated mask with smooth symmetrical features. The glaze is dark brown, almost black. Because each is individually crafted by hand, size and details could vary slightly.
Ceramic masks, 'Ancient Noblemen' (pair)
Proud and regal, two personages from ancient Mexico reveal their noble lineage. Georgina Cabrera crafts a pair of ceramic masks based on those found in the great city of Teotihuac�n.
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.
Ceramic mask, 'Ceremonial Priest'
Crowned by a xoloitzcuintle , this enigmatic personage acquires the powers of the legendary Aztec dog. The slim, youthful priest wears a braided headband that dangles in front of his ears, and frowns beneath heavy eyebrows.
Ceramic mask, 'Aztec Priest'
The priest form the great Tenochtitl�n - an Aztec metropolis - appears in the form of a handsome mask by Georgina A. Tagle. The mask features an ornate headdress, which tells of the person's social standing.
Ceramic mask, 'Fortune'
Handsome and self-assured, this personage smiles at the good fortune that comes his way. Abel Garc�a creates the mask in ceramic, glazing the smooth symmetrical features in a dark espresso color. Because each is individually crafted by hand, size and details could vary slightly.
Ceramic mask, 'Crimson Sun'
Red as a winter's sunset, the sun appears as a ceramic mask. Pedro and Maria hand-craft the solar mask and paint it with exotic birds and flowers. They are guarded by a radiant moon within the sun's forehead.
Iron mask, 'Warrior'
Fierce and proud, a warrior calls out a challenge. Spikes surround the helmeted fighting man in this bold mask by Marco Polo. With it, he pays tribute to soldiers across time.
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.