The motif of two identical, opposing snakes is a central and frequently recurring motif in Mesoamerica. It can appear on its own or fully integrated into the composition, but it is always visually emphasizedIt is found either completely isolated or as part of a composition, it is always visually emphasized.
In this section, the monument called Coatlicue is shown and explained. It is interpretated based in the theory of the ancient mexican cosmogony, explained here.
In the guided visit of this section, you will visit the following sub-sections:
Used Iconography in the museum:
This icon will lead you through the whole Museum. You can leave the Guided Visit anytime using the Site Map links, and return to it activating again the icon.
Image Gallery Arrows. Use them every time they appear to move forward or backward into a gallery.
Explanatory Effect. When appearing, move the pointer over the image to see explanatory visual effects.
Minimap. Permanently shown in the superior bar, indicates you in Red where in the Museum you are.
Choose this option to see the images one by one in the Alphapet Hall; move with the gallery arrows.
Zoom. Click this icon to enlarge images into the Histoyre du Mechique Hall.
Each sign is identified by a color throughout the tour:
