Large Maya vision serpent décor Sculpture

Yaxchilan, Mexico. 755 A.D. The maya vision serpent symbolizes the passage of ancestral spirits and the gods of Xibalba (the maya underworld) into our world. In states of ecstasy and usually following penis or tongue bloodletting, particularly as graphically depicted at Yaxchilan, maya mobility invoke the vision serpent. During special ceremonies, bloody papers were burnt in a sacred bowl and from it, this great undulating serpent rises and from its mouth emerges an ancestor or, occasionally, a deity. The serpent itself then, is probably what one sees in the clouds of smoke rising from the burning sacrifice, and cloud symbols may flank the vision serpentís body. The vision serpent can be the vehicle by which ancestors or deities make themselves manifest to humanity. This decor sculpture depicts a version with a single head and personified blood scrolls attached to its tail. This beautiful museum reproduction art is intricately carved to capture every detail of the original artwork. This large fine art Maya vision serpent décor Sculpture is quite an exquisite piece for a classical home or office interior design. It is ideal for your ancient art and museum replica interior decor. This item is made of bonded stone and measures 19.5"H