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Mysteries Of The Ancient Maya - Chichen Itza Art Print
by Mark Tisdale
$23.56
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Mysteries Of The Ancient Maya - Chichen Itza art print by Mark Tisdale. Our art prints are produced on acid-free papers using archival inks to guarantee that they last a lifetime without fading or loss of color. All art prints include a 1" white border around the image to allow for future framing and matting, if desired.
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I've had the pleasure of two visits to the ancient Mayan ruins of Chichen Itza, and it's definitely on my list of favorite UNESCO World Heritage... more
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I've had the pleasure of two visits to the ancient Mayan ruins of Chichen Itza, and it's definitely on my list of favorite UNESCO World Heritage Sites. And between my two visits there, it was also recognized as a modern wonder of the world.
I certainly understand why. These ancient Mayan ruins are quite impressive, and despite the abundant material remains of their civilization, they are still a mysterious group. Unlike some of the other indigenous groups in North America, their civilization was already in collapse before Europeans arrived. The modern Maya were already living outside most of the great cities of their ancestors.
That mysterious nature of the Maya was on my mind as I crafted this piece representing El Castillo, the most recognizable structure at Chichen Itza, the main pyramid one sees entering the ancient site. I wanted to convey the legacy of the Maya in all its weathered glory. I hope you'll feel I succeeded. Does this remind you of the awestruck fe...
About Mark Tisdale
Life is full of happy surprises. After just over a decade working in the 9 to 5 cube world, I threw caution to the wind to follow my dreams of being a full time visual artist. That was five years ago! Is it easy? No, but something truly worthwhile is rarely simple. My body of work is wide ranging from photographic scenes of far away places, more near and dear locations, and more fanciful artwork. It's all crafted with a heartfelt love for finding the beauty in little captured moments. My artwork also hangs on walls near and far from private homes to businesses who have chosen to decorate with my art. Whether you've purchased one piece or a house full or you simply admire and share with your friends, your patronage of my art is...