Aztec Calendar (Sun Stone Variation)
Original drawing on paper or cardstock • Modern artist working in the Chicano or Neo-Aztec style; reminiscent of artists like George Yepes or muralist traditions
Style & Movement
Neo-Pre-Columbian / Chicano Art Movement; Contemporary Interpretive Folk Art
Medium & Technique
Ink, colored pencil, and gouache or watercolor on paper; utilizes meticulous cross-hatching and stippling to create texture
Creation Period
Late 20th to Early 21st Century (Modern Neo-Indigenous/Mexican-American Art)
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 24 x 24 inches; Square format with a circular tondo composition
Subject Description
A complex radial composition based on the Aztec Sun Stone (Piedra del Sol). Central face of Tonatiuh surrounded by repeating registers of Mesoamerican iconography including the Aztec day signs, feathered serpents, and celestial symbols within a circular stone-patterned frame.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Excellent; colors appear vibrant and the paper surface shows no visible foxing, tearing, or light damage
Estimated Market Value
$1,500 - $3,500
Auction Estimate
$800 - $1,200
Provenance History
Likely acquired from a regional gallery or artist studio in the Southwestern United States or Mexico; no visible dealer stamps
Art Historical Significance
Represents the modern reclamation of indigenous Mexican identity through the reinterpretation of pre-Hispanic codex imagery and monumental sculpture into highly detailed contemporary graphics.
Notable Features
Exceedingly fine detail in the 'cobblestone' textural background and precise symmetry in the iconographic alignment between the four quadrants.
Condition Issues
None visible in the current image; potential for minor edge wear consistent with age
Conservation Recommendations
Mount using acid-free archival materials; use UV-protective glass and maintain professional humidity control to prevent paper warping