Wall decoration - Aztec calendar, Aztec Sun Stone - Mexico - Wall decor
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Composite wall decoration from Mexico, estimated 1960–1970, model Aztec calendar / Sun Stone, dimensions 30.5 x 30.5 cm, thickness 2 cm, weight 1370 g, in good used condition with minor signs of aging and spots.
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Highly decorative and distinctive wall decor: An Aztec calendar, an eternal calendar, or Sun Stone. This calendar, from the 1960s, is made of a resin composite with pieces of malachite stone in various green and teal shades. The original stone is about 500 years old.
Wikipedia:
'The Aztec calendar is the calendar system used by the Aztecs as well as by other Pre-Columbian inhabitants of Central Mexico.
The calendar comprises a 365-day cycle for the year called Xiuhpohualli (year-count) and a 260-day cycle for rituals called Tonalpohualli (day-count). The two cycles together formed a 52-year century, sometimes also referred to as a round calendar.
The calendar year began with the first appearance of the Pleiades (the Seven Sisters) in the east, just before dawn.
The calendar is in good condition.
At the spot where the iron hook is attached there are two small oxidation spots. This is negligible in the overall picture. At the back there is some wear in the velvety finish layer.
A special conversation piece and eye-catcher!
The calendar is carefully packed and sent by registered mail.
Highly decorative and distinctive wall decor: An Aztec calendar, an eternal calendar, or Sun Stone. This calendar, from the 1960s, is made of a resin composite with pieces of malachite stone in various green and teal shades. The original stone is about 500 years old.
Wikipedia:
'The Aztec calendar is the calendar system used by the Aztecs as well as by other Pre-Columbian inhabitants of Central Mexico.
The calendar comprises a 365-day cycle for the year called Xiuhpohualli (year-count) and a 260-day cycle for rituals called Tonalpohualli (day-count). The two cycles together formed a 52-year century, sometimes also referred to as a round calendar.
The calendar year began with the first appearance of the Pleiades (the Seven Sisters) in the east, just before dawn.
The calendar is in good condition.
At the spot where the iron hook is attached there are two small oxidation spots. This is negligible in the overall picture. At the back there is some wear in the velvety finish layer.
A special conversation piece and eye-catcher!
The calendar is carefully packed and sent by registered mail.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Weight
1370 g
Title additional information
Wall decor
Model
Aztec calendar, Aztec Sun Stone
Material
Composite
Country of origin
Mexico
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
2 cm
Width
30.5 cm
Depth
30.5 cm
Estimated period
1960-1970
