Moctezuma's headdress - Wikipedia
Moctezuma's headdress is a featherwork headdress or military device, (Nahuatl languages: quetzalāpanecayōtl [ketsalaːpaneˈkajoːtɬ]) which tradition holds belonged to Moctezuma II, the Aztec emperor at the time of the Spanish conquest.
Aztec Headdress
The most famous among Aztec emperor headdresses is the headdress of Emperor Moctezuma II who was the Aztec emperor at the time of the Spanish conquest. This particular headdress is made of the feathers of Quetzal and other birds mounted in …
Smarthistory – Aztec feathered headdress
Aztec feathered headdress. by Dr. Lauren Kilroy-Ewbank and Dr. Beth Harris. Feathered headdress, Aztec, reproduction (National Anthropology Museum, Mexico City). Original: early 16th century, quetzal, cotinga, roseate spoonbill, piaya feathers, wood, fibers, amate paper, cotton, gold, and gilded brass, Aztec, Mexico, (World Museum, Vienna)
The Fight to Bring Home the Headdress of an Aztec Emperor
Sep 26, 2017 · Christian Feest, a former curator at the Vienna museum, has pointed out that Aztec emperors wore a gold crown known as a diadem instead of a feather headdress.
Aztec Headdresses | Ancient Aztec Headdresses - Legends and …
The Aztec headdresses were flamboyant and colourful costume piece worn by the Aztec nobility and key figures. The Aztec headdress was not to be worn by a commoner and was a distinct mark of status in this ancient society.
Why Did the Aztec Empire's Headdress of Montezuma End Up in …
Jul 11, 2024 · As a collector of artifacts, works of art, and cultural pieces, it should be of no surprise that Montezuma's headdress would have been a part of his empire. Made with 400 quetzal feathers and gold detailing, the headdress is …
Headdress of Motecuhzoma II - World History Encyclopedia
Oct 10, 2013 · The headdress of Motecuhzoma II, Aztec ruler 1502-1520 CE. Although there is no evidence that it was ever worn by Motecuhzoma the headdress may have been amongst the gifts he gave to Cortés, who in turn passed them on to Charles V. This is an exact replica of the original now in the Museum für Völkerkunde of Vienna.
Why are Feathers So Important in the Aztec Culture: Piecing …
Sep 20, 2017 · The great feathered headdress, supposedly worn by the Aztec emperor Moctezuma himself. This headdress was believed to be given to Hernan Cortez by the emperor, which is how it presumably ended up in Europe.
Aztec Clothing
A very important feature of the Aztec clothing of the emperors was the headdress for which beautiful and colourful feathers of Quetzal were used. Their clothing was bright coloured and gold was often used along with feathers, furs, pedants, and other decorative materials.
Feathered headdress (detail) - Smarthistory
by Dr. Naraelle Hohensee. Feathered headdress, Aztec, reproduction (National Anthropology Museum, Mexico City). Original: early 16th century, quetzal, cotinga, roseate spoonbill, piaya feathers, wood, fibers, amate paper, cotton, gold, and gilded brass, Aztec, Mexico, (World Museum, Vienna)
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