Xipe Totec the God of Spring
39.4" x 31.7" in
(100 x 81 cm)
Size: 31.69" in x 39.37" in
Geographic Location: Mexico (Aztec) (circa 1100/1300 CE)
Xipe Totec is the Aztec god of renewal, agriculture, and fertile rains. Also known as "Our Lord the Flayed One," he is distinguished by his symbolic gesture of flaying, illustrating the transformation necessary for maize germination and vegetation growth. This practice, representing the loss of the outer skin before rebirth, is comparable to the shedding of a serpent’s skin.
He embodies the cycle of life, death, and rebirth. Associated with the cult of human sacrifices, where the skin of victims was worn as clothing to symbolize fertility and renewal, he is also the
patron of goldsmiths and symbolizes victory and purification. His cult included rituals where flayed skins were offered to promote fertility and healing.
- Year: 2024
- Classification: Unique
- Support: Canvas
- Medium: Acrylic
- Shipped from Japan
- Year: 2024
- Classification: Unique
- Support: Canvas
- Medium: Acrylic
- Shipped from Japan
About Geoffrey Bouillot
Geoffrey Bouillot is a French artist born in 1990 in Chalon-sur-Saône (Burgundy, France) who has been based in Tokyo for the past 13 years.
Known for his delicate lines and bold monochromatic works, he blends traditional and contemporary elements to create art that is both timeless and relevant to the present day. His creations, praised for their depth and visual impact, reflect a unique fusion of cultural influences, drawing from his French heritage and the vibrant art scene in Japan.
Bouillot has already gained international recognition, with his works featured in prestigious institutions such as Museum and Foundation. Additionally, he has participated in auctions at Sotheby's, further establishing his presence in the global art market. These achievements mark him as an emerging artist of note, whose minimalist yet powerful work explores universal themes through a contemporary lens.
With exhibitions in Japan and abroad, Bouillot continues to develop a distinctive artistic voice, inviting the public to reconsider the relationship between art, history, and culture.
Xipe Totec the God of Spring
39.4" x 31.7" in
(100 x 81 cm)
Size: 31.69" in x 39.37" in
Geographic Location: Mexico (Aztec) (circa 1100/1300 CE)
Xipe Totec is the Aztec god of renewal, agriculture, and fertile rains. Also known as "Our Lord the Flayed One," he is distinguished by his symbolic gesture of flaying, illustrating the transformation necessary for maize germination and vegetation growth. This practice, representing the loss of the outer skin before rebirth, is comparable to the shedding of a serpent’s skin.
He embodies the cycle of life, death, and rebirth. Associated with the cult of human sacrifices, where the skin of victims was worn as clothing to symbolize fertility and renewal, he is also the
patron of goldsmiths and symbolizes victory and purification. His cult included rituals where flayed skins were offered to promote fertility and healing.
- Year: 2024
- Classification: Unique
- Support: Canvas
- Medium: Acrylic
- Shipped from Japan
- Year: 2024
- Classification: Unique
- Support: Canvas
- Medium: Acrylic
- Shipped from Japan
About Geoffrey Bouillot
Geoffrey Bouillot is a French artist born in 1990 in Chalon-sur-Saône (Burgundy, France) who has been based in Tokyo for the past 13 years.
Known for his delicate lines and bold monochromatic works, he blends traditional and contemporary elements to create art that is both timeless and relevant to the present day. His creations, praised for their depth and visual impact, reflect a unique fusion of cultural influences, drawing from his French heritage and the vibrant art scene in Japan.
Bouillot has already gained international recognition, with his works featured in prestigious institutions such as Museum and Foundation. Additionally, he has participated in auctions at Sotheby's, further establishing his presence in the global art market. These achievements mark him as an emerging artist of note, whose minimalist yet powerful work explores universal themes through a contemporary lens.
With exhibitions in Japan and abroad, Bouillot continues to develop a distinctive artistic voice, inviting the public to reconsider the relationship between art, history, and culture.
