Xiuhtecuhtli, God of Fire

These stone sculptures (1469–81) represent Xiuhtecuhtli, the Aztec god of fire, often depicted with crossed arms and a headdress symbolizing flames. As a deity of warmth and life, Xiuhtecuhtli was central to rituals ensuring cosmic balance and renewal. The larger figure's intricate details highlight the importance of fire in Aztec cosmology, embodying both destruction and creation.