Lienzo de Tlaxcalla
Lienzo de Tlaxcalla
This 1892 folio reproduction of a Tlaxcala codex was originally developed in the 16th century. The Lienzo de Tlaxcalla uses detailed drawings to depict the time of contact and conflict between Hernando Cortez and various groups of people in and around the Tlaxcala region of Mexico. The Lienzo de Tlaxcalla is comprised of images with accompanying text in Nahuatl. One such stunning image portrays a sumptuous banquet. The 16th century original is now lost, but its imagery is available thanks in part to this recreation by Alfredo Chavero. The Smithsonian Institution acquired this 1892 reproduction in 1908.
An 1892 re-print of the 16th century "Lienzo de Tlaxcalla." The volume consists of 80 large unbound plates. Many of the plates at the beginning and end of the volume are soiled and torn. The plates also lack adequate housing. Conservators will dry clean the plates using eraser crumbs and repair the tears using Japanese paper adhered with wheat starch paste. A double tray box with an insert will be created to house this fragile item.
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Adoption Type: Preserve for the Future
