{"product_id":"telum-artifact-print-pre-columbian-mexico-museum-quality-totalusamagazine","title":"Telum Artifact Print | Pre-Columbian Mexico | Museum Quality | TotalUSAMagazine","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis fine art print reproduces a significant \u003cb\u003etelum\u003c\/b\u003e artifact, excavated from the Tepeticpac region of the Pre-Columbian Valley of Mexico. In Mesoamerican context, a \u003ci\u003etelum\u003c\/i\u003e refers to a ceremonial throwing stick or spear-thrower, a symbol of authority and ritual power. This particular specimen, dating to the Late Postclassic period (c. 1200-1521 CE), features intricate iconography linked to veneration practices. Its form and patina tell a story of ancient offertory rites conducted at the ruins of a minor ceremonial center, where such objects were deposited as sacred gifts to deities.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eStylistic Analysis of the Telum Artifact\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe artifact’s construction from dense tropical hardwood demonstrates sophisticated craftsmanship. The carved geometric bands and zoomorphic motifs align with the Tepeticpac style, a regional variant of the broader Aztec sphere. The deliberate wear patterns and residue deposits are not damage but primary data points, indicating active ritual use. This reproduction captures every nuance of the original’s weathered surface, preserving the scholarly evidence for study and display.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCuratorial Context: Offerings in Ruins\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDepositing elite goods like this \u003cb\u003etelum\u003c\/b\u003e in the ruins of abandoned structures was a common practice, intended to sanctify the site and commune with ancestral spirits. The artifact’s findspot among other broken ceramics and figurines suggests a termination ritual, marking the end of a structure's sacred lifecycle. Owning this print connects you to a specific, documented archaeological narrative from the Mexico highlands.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePrint Specifications \u0026amp; Materials\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAvailable Sizes:\u003c\/b\u003e 75×100 cm \/ 30×40″, 40×50 cm \/ 16×20″, 21×29.7 cm \/ 8×12″\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePaper Finishing:\u003c\/b\u003e Matte, uncoated, natural white (off-white)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAcid-Free:\u003c\/b\u003e pH above 7 to prevent yellowing over time\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePaper Weight:\u003c\/b\u003e 250 gsm (110 lb) | Thickness: 0.29 mm (11.4 mils)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSustainable Paper:\u003c\/b\u003e FSC-certified\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eEach print is produced on museum-grade, archival paper that meets the strict standards of major cultural institutions. The matte surface eliminates glare, allowing for an unobstructed view of the artifact's details. As with all TotalUSAMagazine offerings, this piece is a tool for education and aesthetic appreciation, backed by our commitment to material integrity and scholarly accuracy.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TotalUSAMagazine","offers":[{"title":"21x29.7 cm \/ 8x12\"","offer_id":50753842413854,"sku":"Telum-Artifact-Print-|-Pre-Columbian-Mexico-|-Museum-Quality-|-TotalUSAMagazine-SML","price":49.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"40x50 cm \/ 16x20″","offer_id":50753842446622,"sku":"Telum-Artifact-Print-|-Pre-Columbian-Mexico-|-Museum-Quality-|-TotalUSAMagazine-MED","price":69.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"75x100 cm \/ 30x40″","offer_id":50753842479390,"sku":"Telum-Artifact-Print-|-Pre-Columbian-Mexico-|-Museum-Quality-|-TotalUSAMagazine-LRG","price":99.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0989\/2095\/6190\/files\/Telum-Artifact-Print-_-Pre-Columbian-Mexico-_-Museum-Quality-_-TotalUSAMagazine.webp?v=1775123784","url":"https:\/\/totalusamagazine.com\/products\/telum-artifact-print-pre-columbian-mexico-museum-quality-totalusamagazine","provider":"totalusamagazine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}