The lines on his face represent wrinkles and, therefore, wisdom. Would you rather be wise with a face like his or not wise with a smooth face?

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The lines on his face represent wrinkles and, therefore, wisdom. Would you rather be wise with a face like his or not wise with a smooth face?

Head of Huehueteotl, the Aged Fire God

Pre-Columbian & Native American: Edmund F. Petty Gallery»

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