Turquois mosaic art in ancient Mexico by Marshall H. Saville
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"Turquois Mosaic Art in Ancient Mexico" by Marshall H. Saville is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The work delves into the remarkable artistry of turquois mosaics crafted by the ancient civilizations of Mexico, primarily focusing on their cultural significance and the techniques used. The book aims to highlight the historical context and craftsmanship of this unique art form during a period when many aspects of indigenous Mexican culture
faced obsolescence. At the start of the text, the author introduces the significance of turquois mosaics in the context of ancient Mexican civilization. He reflects on the lost potential of the Aztec and other tribes due to European conquest, emphasizing their sophisticated civilization, advanced craftsmanship, and unique artistic expressions. The opening also details the genesis of knowledge concerning turquois mosaic arts, citing early European encounters and examinations of artifacts, and outlines the various materials and techniques employed by ancient artisans. As the text progresses, it lays a foundation for a deeper exploration of this intricate art and its enduring legacy in the culture of pre-Hispanic Mexico. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Saville, Marshall H. (Marshall Howard), 1867-1935 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 23011551 |
| Title | Turquois mosaic art in ancient Mexico |
| Original Publication |
United States: Museum of the American Indian Heye Foundation ,1922. |
| Series Title | Contributions from the Museum of the American Indian, Heye foundation. vol. vi |
| Credits | Alan Thompson and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 58.6 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | E011: History: America: America |
| Subject | Mexico -- Antiquities |
| Subject | Mexico -- History -- Conquest, 1519-1540 |
| Subject | Turquoise |
| Subject | Mosaics |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 67027 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-67027-0 |
| Release Date | Dec 27, 2021 |
| Last Update | Oct 18, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 423 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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