Head 1521

carving

head

face

sculpture

charcoal drawing

sculptural image

possibly oil pastel

portrait head and shoulder

sculpting

underpainting

mid-section and head portrait

animal drawing portrait

charcoal

forehead

This stone sculpture, created in 1521 by Aztec artists, is a powerful representation of the human face. The simplified features and stoic expression convey a sense of strength and determination, perhaps depicting a ruler or deity. This piece, currently housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, offers a glimpse into the artistry and beliefs of the Aztec civilization before the Spanish conquest.