Thursday, July 10, 2014

Painting #007 - Ancient Maya

Bonampak  is an ancient Maya archaeological site in the Mexican state of Chiapas. 

It is well known for a number of murals, most especially those located within the Temple of the Murals.


800 AC
Uncovered in 1946 - well preserved.
(Paintings in other Mayan temples ruined by hot humidity)

Source: Wikipedia
Triumph - naked POWs being de-nailed and beheaded 
(3.4 x 6 m)


Triumph - procession




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