TEOTIHUACAN, Mexiko – der Tempel der gefiederten Schlange, auch bekannt als der Tempel von Quetzalcoatl, steht als Meisterwerk der antiken mesoamerikanischen Architektur in Teotihuacan. Diese aufwendig verzierte Pyramide, die mit skulpturalen Darstellungen der gefiederten Schlangengottheit verziert ist, veranschaulicht die künstlerische und religiöse Raffinesse dieser präkolumbischen Metropole.
7238 x 4831 px | 61,3 x 40,9 cm | 24,1 x 16,1 inches | 300dpi
Aufnahmedatum:
12. Januar 2017
Ort:
Teotihuacan, San Juan Teotihuacán, Mexico
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Photograph by David Coleman. The Temple of the Feathered Serpent at Teotihuacan presents a striking example of ancient Mesoamerican religious architecture and iconography. This six-tiered pyramid structure, smaller than the site's more famous Pyramids of the Sun and Moon, is distinguished by its elaborate sculptural decorations. The façade of the temple likely features alternating carved heads of the feathered serpent deity Quetzalcoatl and another deity often identified as Tlaloc, the rain god. These sculptures, arranged in a rhythmic pattern across the pyramid's surface, demonstrate the high level of artistic skill achieved by Teotihuacan's craftsmen. The temple's base may be visible, showcasing a talud-tablero architectural style characteristic of Teotihuacan, with sloping lower sections topped by vertical panels. This design became influential throughout Mesoamerica. Located within the Ciudadela complex, the temple was likely a center of religious and political power in the ancient city. Its iconography suggests the importance of the feathered serpent deity in Teotihuacan's religious pantheon, a figure that would continue to be significant in later Mesoamerican cultures. Archaeological evidence has revealed that the temple was associated with elite burials and possible ritual sacrifices, adding to our understanding of the complex religious practices of this ancient civilization. Today, the Temple of the Feathered Serpent stands as a testament to the artistic, architectural, and religious achievements of Teotihuacan, offering visitors and researchers alike a window into the beliefs and practices of this influential Mesoamerican culture.
