#incense holder
Tlemaitl is a Nahuatl word that refers to a horizontal incense burner. The expression means “fire hand”, since it was used as an extension of the penitent’s arm, so that they could offer fire directly to the Teteo.Thanks to archaeological examples found in sites such as the Huey Teocalli or Major Temple of Tenochtitlan, we know that some tlemaitl incense burners were also rattles. When shaken, they would simulate the crackling sound of the sacred flames.You can find examples of the ritual use of the tlemaitl in my paintings of Mayahuel and The Sacrifice of Xolotl. Prints are available in my Etsy store!
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