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Within the social strata of the Aztec polities of central Mexico, few besides the royal family itself could boast as high a status as the Teteuctin (sg. Teuctli), noblemen who earned lordship of their own House (Teucalli) by way of distinguished service to the Tlatoani and the state. This title conferred to them lands, serfs, tributary privileges as well as granting them military, administrative and judicial power over the aforementioned house and lands. While the title was not technically hereditary, as lordship was anointed by the Tlatoani himself. it passed on within the family, generally from father to first son.

In the illustration, references to the individuals status can be appreciated within his paraphernalia, particularly the fan and flower bouquet, symbolic items typically reserved for rulers and high aristocracy. Golden décor and headdress (including the temillotl hairstyle) signify his martial prowess, having earned such recompense in the field of battle.

The piece itself is a composite, meaning different elements of the illustration were extracted from different iconographic and archaeological sources, such as the codex Mendoza and the MNAH collection, among others

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PRINTS PATREON FACEBOOK TWITTER ARTSTATION INSTAGRAM

Within the social strata of the Aztec polities of central Mexico, few besides the royal family itself could boast as high a status as the Teteuctin (sg. Teuctli), noblemen who earned lordship of their own House (Teucalli) by way of distinguished service to the Tlatoani and the state. This title conferred to them lands, serfs, tributary privileges as well as granting them military, administrative and judicial power over the aforementioned house and lands. While the title was not technically hereditary, as lordship was anointed by the Tlatoani himself. it passed on within the family, generally from father to first son.

In the illustration, references to the individuals status can be appreciated within his paraphernalia, particularly the fan and flower bouquet, symbolic items typically reserved for rulers and high aristocracy. Golden décor and headdress (including the temillotl hairstyle) signify his martial prowess, having earned such recompense in the field of battle.

The piece itself is a composite, meaning different elements of the illustration were extracted from different iconographic and archaeological sources, such as the codex Mendoza and the MNAH collection, among others

If you like it and want to support me try buying a HQ print in the link above. Also be sure to watch me and support my other sites as well, for more of my work! I am open to commisions, feel free to contact if your interested!