The artwork, titled “Macuilxochitl Teponaztli Votive,” was created by Aztec artists around c. 1500. This stone sculpture falls within the Post-classic period (c. 900-1580) and is a blend of both a sculpture and a utensil. It is currently housed in the Museo Nacional de Antropologia (MNA) in Mexico City, Mexico.
The artwork presents a finely carved stone object resembling a teponaztli, an Aztec slit drum, featuring intricate motifs and stylized facial features. Its cylindrical shape is adorned with detailed engravings, including a prominent face with elaborate, symmetrically arranged designs. The stone is carefully carved, showcasing the craftsmanship and religious significance attributed to such votive offerings by the Aztec civilization.
