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Restoring Murals at Teotihuacan

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The Tetitla compound, located in the Teotihuacan Archaeological Zone outside Mexico City, is renowned for its magnificent pre-Spanish murals, dating back to between 600 and 700 A.D. Restorers from the National Institute of Anthropology and History have undertaken this work.

The conservation work has thus far focused on 8 of the 16 murals, which are in particularly damaged condition from the constant battering of sun, wind, dust, moisture, and all-around hard living.

Restoring Murals

Abstract Mural

Murals in the Corner

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There are three types of Teotihuacan murals: religious, nature, and culture. They depicted daily life and spiritual activities, especially regarding the Great Goddess of Teotihuacan, who served as the patron of the city. They illustrated the civilization’s emphasis and respect for nature and animals.

Two restored murals in the corner at Teotihuacan.

Murals in the Corner

Restored Murals at Teotihuacan

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The Teotihuacan Archaeological Zone, located outside Mexico City, is renowned for its magnificent pre-Spanish murals, which date back to between 600 and 700 A.D. Restoring these murals was no easy task. Not only did restorers have to repair pigment lost from layer erosion and humidity-generated salinization, but they had to combat structural problems in the buildings themselves. They could hardly repair a mural while the ceiling was leaking and the floor eroding.

Restored Mural

Partly Restored Mural

Impressive Mural