Lord of Mictlan, ruler of the underworld — this handcarved wooden statue of Mictlantecuhtli captures the Aztec god of death alongside his sacred owl companion. A striking fusion of ancient Mesoamerican symbolism and master woodcraft.
Each piece is individually carved — no two are identical.
Details
- Material: Ecological ash wood
- Finish: Lacquer
- Technique: Hand carving
- Height: 8 in / 20.5 cm
- Width: 4.5 in / 11.5 cm
- Depth: 1.7 in / 4.5 cm
- Easy to clean with a dry cloth
Mictlantecuhtli in Aztec Mythology
- Name meaning: "Lord of Mictlan" — ruler of the nine-level Aztec underworld
- Domain: Death, darkness, the afterlife, and spiritual transformation
- Iconography: Skeletal face, bone crown, owl companion — symbols of night and hidden wisdom
- Role: Guide of souls through the trials of Mictlan toward eternal rest
- Symbolism: Death as transformation and renewal — a necessary stage in the cycle of existence
Ideal For
- Collectors of Aztec and Mesoamerican art
- Altar decor for Day of the Dead or ritual spaces
- Unique gift for mythology enthusiasts and dark art lovers
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