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Tlaloc, God of Rain
Collection of the Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami
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Tlaloc, God of Rain

Artist/Maker (Central Valley, Mexico)
Dateca. 1350-1521
Mediumstone
DimensionsOverall: 20 1/2 x 6 1/2 x 7 1/2 in. (52.1 x 16.5 x 19.1 cm)
ClassificationsVisual Works
Credit LineGift of Alfred I. Barton
Terms
    Object number62.045.004
    DescriptionThe most striking iconographic characteristics about the Tlaloc figures are the "goggle" eyes, curving upper lips, and large fanged teeth. Two entwined serpents form the nose and encircle the eyes, producing the goggle effect. Traditionally, a crown of heron feathers was tied to the top of his head to signify floating clouds.
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