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A study of Maya art : its subject matter and historical development / Herbert J. Spinden ; new introduction and bibliography by J. Eric S. Thompson

This study examines Maya symbolism and artistic styles across ceramics, architecture, murals and stone carvings. The text features over 750 illustrations to document the development and characteristics of these art forms.

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vernon_id 4685
vernon_slug a-study-of-maya-art-its-subject-matter-and-historical-development-herbert-j-spinden-new-introduction-and-bibliography-by-j-eric-s-thompson
vernon_authors Herbert Spinden
vernon_tags Auxiliary sciences of history, Architecture, Art, Arts, Science, Religion, Sculpture, History, Social sciences, Civilisation, Sociology, Astronomy, Physical sciences, Calendars, Chronology, Historical, Central America -- Civilisation, Hieroglyphics, Writing, Language and languages, Communication, Inscriptions, Paleography, Maya art, Art, Central American, Books, Publications, Decorative arts, Culture, Games, Death, Life, Textile fabrics, Metallurgy, Ceramics, Clay, Binders (Materials), Materials, Worship, Sacrifice, Gods, Mythology, Classical, Rites and ceremonies, Ritualism, Manuscripts, Ceremonial objects, Grave goods
vernon_production_date 1975
vernon_brief_description Work by a major early scholar of Maya life and art. Introduction is a bio of the author's life and work.
vernon_object_type Books/Document genres/Information forms/Visual and Verbal Communication
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vernon_isbn_issn 0486212351
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