Jaguars were the divine felines of the ancient Americas
The carnivorous cat has inspired fascination, fear, and reverence for centuries.
Shaped like a jaguar, this Aztec cuauhxicalli was designed to hold the blood and hearts of those sacrificed to appease the Mesoamerican gods. Museum of Anthropology, Mexico City
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ByIsabel Bueno
Published October 16, 2018
• 4 min read
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