Aztec periodReputable sourceWell documented
Aztec Art and Craft
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What happened
Aztec artisans produced powerful stone sculpture, intricate gold and turquoise mosaic work, and dazzling featherwork — capes and headdresses of iridescent tropical plumes prized above almost any other treasure.
Why it matters
Aztec art fused beauty and belief, and its surviving masterpieces — from monumental idols to feather shields — rank among the great artistic achievements of the ancient Americas.
Sources
- World History Encyclopedia. Aztec Art · Reputable source