As a headdress, its appearance matches that which is seen in contemporary Aztec codices being worn by priests during the festival of Xocotlhuetzi. However, its appearance also matches that of other kinds of objects also seen in contemporary depictions.

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 …

2017年9月26日 · Although it was folded up and somewhat moth-eaten, Hochstetter quickly realized he was looking at something special: a masterpiece of Mesoamerican art, probably Aztec, possibly from the court...

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.

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)

2023年10月10日 · Montezuma’s headdress is, as the name suggests, a headdress and one of the oldest examples of the many Aztec relics that were found after the collapse of the Aztec Empire. This particular headdress, according to tradition (although it is debated by many) was the property of Moctezuma II.

2025年4月2日 · Model of Moctezuma II in his magnificent quetzal-and-cotinga-feathered headdress, by George Stuart (Click on image to enlarge) Headdresses were not worn by ‘your average Aztec’. They were generally only worn by members of the ruling class, warriors, priests and - by extension - gods and goddesses.

2025年4月3日 · Cortés apparently first ordered precious Aztec feather works to be burnt in preference for gold pieces - but soon changed his mind as he realised their importance as lavish and extravagant status symbols.

2024年7月11日 · 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 …

2025年4月6日 · Moctezuma’s Mexica (Aztec) feather headdress - original in Vienna, replica in Mexico