Xiuhmolpilli (1 Death) 1500

"Xiuhmolpilli (1 Death)" is a stone cylinder created by Aztec artists in 1500. The cylinder is intricately carved with a variety of motifs including the face of a deity, which is likely the Aztec god of death, Mictlantecuhtli. The cylinder is a prime example of Aztec artistry, showcasing the skill of the Aztec artisans in stone carving and their complex belief system. The object can be found at the Museo Nacional de Antropologia (MNA) in Mexico City, Mexico.