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Richly ornamented Ueuetl
Object Number 2004.29.6657
Display Title Richly ornamented Ueuetl
Descriptions
Object Description Written on board: Mexico. State of Mexico. From the Museum of Toluca. Two pictures of a richly ornamented Ueuetl, representing an eagle (cuauptli) and a tiger (scelotl), the two symbols of warriors in ancient Mexico, and between them the Aztec Swastica, called Nahui Ollin (four movements). Height about 40 inches. Gifts of Mexican musical instruments. Gift of Mrs. J. Crosby Brown. Orange, N.J. May 20, 1905.
Department Photographic
Culture
  • Mesoamerican
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
Central America / Mexico / Mexico
Materials Print, black and white adhered to Paperboard
Dimensions Overall: 12.065 × 8.255 cm (4 3/4 × 3 1/4 in.)
Quantity 1
Provenance
Donor Donated by Mrs. J. Crosby-Brown

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