Figure - Guerrero Azteca - 22 cm - Stone, Composite

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Aztec Warrior sculpture, green composite material, about 22 cm high, 19 cm wide and 11 cm deep, made in Mexico and dated to 1980–1990, in good used condition with minor signs of age.

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It is a figure that concentrates in a mere 22 cm all the symbolic force of the Aztec imaginary, worked in a green conglomerate stone that adds texture, visual weight, and that mineral tone that immediately recalls ancient Mesoamerican sculptures. The body appears seated, frontal, with the hieratic solemnity of ritual warriors: hands resting on the knees, torso firm, expression restrained but charged with authority. The surface, slightly rough, reveals the mix of mineral particles that compose the stone, which adds an almost archaeological character.

The face, with geometric and pronounced features, conveys that blend of humanity and divinity so characteristic of Aztec art. The almond-shaped eyes, the straight mouth, and the prominent nose create an expression of vigilance and power. The headdress is one of the most striking elements: a tall, stepped structure, with symbolic motifs and integrated masks, evoking the iconography of elite warriors and protective deities. Above it, the golden details act as luminous accents that emphasize hierarchy and sacrality.

Gold also appears in necklaces, bracelets, and adornments of the costume, applied with precision to highlight volumes and rhythms. That contrast between the deep green of the stone and the warm shine of gold creates a very powerful visual effect, almost ceremonial. The base, decorated with engraved symbols, anchors the figure and reinforces its ritual character.

Taken together, it is a piece that blends contemporary craftsmanship with evident respect for Aztec aesthetics: compact, powerful, full of presence, and with a magnetism that makes it seem more like a small idol than a mere decorative figure.

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It is a figure that concentrates in a mere 22 cm all the symbolic force of the Aztec imaginary, worked in a green conglomerate stone that adds texture, visual weight, and that mineral tone that immediately recalls ancient Mesoamerican sculptures. The body appears seated, frontal, with the hieratic solemnity of ritual warriors: hands resting on the knees, torso firm, expression restrained but charged with authority. The surface, slightly rough, reveals the mix of mineral particles that compose the stone, which adds an almost archaeological character.

The face, with geometric and pronounced features, conveys that blend of humanity and divinity so characteristic of Aztec art. The almond-shaped eyes, the straight mouth, and the prominent nose create an expression of vigilance and power. The headdress is one of the most striking elements: a tall, stepped structure, with symbolic motifs and integrated masks, evoking the iconography of elite warriors and protective deities. Above it, the golden details act as luminous accents that emphasize hierarchy and sacrality.

Gold also appears in necklaces, bracelets, and adornments of the costume, applied with precision to highlight volumes and rhythms. That contrast between the deep green of the stone and the warm shine of gold creates a very powerful visual effect, almost ceremonial. The base, decorated with engraved symbols, anchors the figure and reinforces its ritual character.

Taken together, it is a piece that blends contemporary craftsmanship with evident respect for Aztec aesthetics: compact, powerful, full of presence, and with a magnetism that makes it seem more like a small idol than a mere decorative figure.

Certified shipping and good packaging.

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Details

Era
1900-2000
Title
Guerrero Azteca - 22 cm
Country of origin
Mexico
Material
Composite, Stone
Colour
Green
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
22 cm
Width
19 cm
Depth
11 cm
Estimated period
1980-1990
SpainVerified
2980
Objects sold
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