Aztec Gold VI Daughter of the Sun

Photograph

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The Art & History Museums of Maitland

The image features a delicate sketch titled "Aztec Gold," depicting a stylized figure referred to as the "Daughter of the Sun" by John F. Hawkins Jr., created in 1926. The figure is adorned with elaborate headdresses and ornamental bands, exuding an ancient and mythical atmosphere. Her arms are outstretched, balancing two large, decorative objects, while her legs are encircled with layered adornments. The artistic style is subtle and faded, reflecting a timeless quality.

The image features a delicate sketch titled "Aztec Gold," depicting a stylized figure referred to as the "Daughter of the Sun" by John F. Hawkins Jr., created in 1926. The figure is adorned with elaborate headdresses and ornamental bands, exuding an ancient and mythical atmosphere. Her arms are outstretched, balancing two large, decorative objects, while her legs are encircled with layered adornments. The artistic style is subtle and faded, reflecting a timeless quality.

Name/Title

Aztec Gold VI Daughter of the Sun

Entry/Object ID

1993.002.007.2

Collection

Bok Fellows

Cataloged By

Katie Benson

Acquisition

Accession

1993.002

Source or Donor

Vincent A. Rapetti

Acquisition Method

Gift

Credit Line

Gift of Mr. V Rapetti to the permanent collection

Made/Created

Artist

John Hawkins

Date made

1926