Mayan art, one of the most famous art of any civilization and recognized worldwide. The Mayans are known for their architecture, stelas, pottery, and painting. Their artwork were heavily emphasized with symbolism of nature, religion, and sometimes their sociopolitical structures. It gives a minuscule glimpse on their lives from a certain perspective, that perspective being the royals and the elites.
AXIS MUNDI: Symbolism that depicts the connection between the heavens and earth; the earth is between the heavens and the underworld (it is also known as the world center). Axis Mundi can depicted as a mountain, tree (world tree), an "X", and more. Axis Mundi was a very essential component in the Mayans' religion. Also, the idea of Axis Mundi can be seen through Mesoamerica in their art.
AXIS MUNDI: Symbolism that depicts the connection between the heavens and earth; the earth is between the heavens and the underworld (it is also known as the world center). Axis Mundi can depicted as a mountain, tree (world tree), an "X", and more. Axis Mundi was a very essential component in the Mayans' religion. Also, the idea of Axis Mundi can be seen through Mesoamerica in their art.