Precolumbian Art
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image
Long before European eyes ever glimpsed the Americas, extraordinary civilisations flourished across Mesoamerica and South America, producing art of breathtaking sophistication and spiritual power. Precolumbian Art, part of the acclaimed Pocket Visual Encyclopedia series, presents a richly illustrated survey of the artistic achievements of cultures including the Maya, Aztec, Inca, Olmec, and their predecessors — from monumental stone sculpture and intricate goldwork to vibrant ceramic traditions and masterful textile arts. This compact yet comprehensive volume details the iconography, materials, and cultural contexts that defined these diverse civilisations, offering the reader an authoritative visual guide to some of the most compelling art ever created. Published by Scala, a house renowned for its high-quality art reference titles, this encyclopaedia serves as both an accessible introduction for the curious newcomer and a reliable reference for the seasoned enthusiast. The multilingual presentation of the title — in English, German, French, and Dutch — reflects the universal fascination with Pre-Columbian heritage and speaks to the breadth of its intended audience. With its curated selection of images and concise scholarly commentary, it invites readers to contemplate a world of artistic vision that flourished entirely independently of the European tradition — leaving one to wonder what further wonders remain yet to be fully understood.
Author: -
Format: Paperback
Genre: History of arts
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image
Long before European eyes ever glimpsed the Americas, extraordinary civilisations flourished across Mesoamerica and South America, producing art of breathtaking sophistication and spiritual power. Precolumbian Art, part of the acclaimed Pocket Visual Encyclopedia series, presents a richly illustrated survey of the artistic achievements of cultures including the Maya, Aztec, Inca, Olmec, and their predecessors — from monumental stone sculpture and intricate goldwork to vibrant ceramic traditions and masterful textile arts. This compact yet comprehensive volume details the iconography, materials, and cultural contexts that defined these diverse civilisations, offering the reader an authoritative visual guide to some of the most compelling art ever created. Published by Scala, a house renowned for its high-quality art reference titles, this encyclopaedia serves as both an accessible introduction for the curious newcomer and a reliable reference for the seasoned enthusiast. The multilingual presentation of the title — in English, German, French, and Dutch — reflects the universal fascination with Pre-Columbian heritage and speaks to the breadth of its intended audience. With its curated selection of images and concise scholarly commentary, it invites readers to contemplate a world of artistic vision that flourished entirely independently of the European tradition — leaving one to wonder what further wonders remain yet to be fully understood.