The Moche culture, which flourished on the north coast of Peru between 100 and 800 BCE, has been known to art historians and archaeologists for over a century. Only recently, however, with the discovery of the fabulous Royal Tombs of Sipan, have the Moche become as well known to the public as the Inca, who appeared several centuries later. This book traces the fineline painting tradition from the beginning to the end of the Moche culture. Although the Moche had no writing system, they left a vivid artistic record of their ...
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The Moche culture, which flourished on the north coast of Peru between 100 and 800 BCE, has been known to art historians and archaeologists for over a century. Only recently, however, with the discovery of the fabulous Royal Tombs of Sipan, have the Moche become as well known to the public as the Inca, who appeared several centuries later. This book traces the fineline painting tradition from the beginning to the end of the Moche culture. Although the Moche had no writing system, they left a vivid artistic record of their beliefs and activities in beautifully modeled and painted ceramics. Because of their complexity and wide range of subject matter, these paintings provide a wealth of information about Moche civilization.
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Very good. No jacket. Cover are slightly scratched, but readability is not impacted. Cover edges are shelf worn. Top and bottom edges are lightly stained, but legibility is not affected. Pages are unmarked.
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Very good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority!
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Very good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority!
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As New. 093074179X. With 230 illustrations, including 160 in color. First edition (paperback). As new in oblong pictorial wraps. Still in original shrinkwrap.
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Very Good. Los Angeles: UCLA Fowler Museum of Cultural History, 1999. Small scuff to back upper corner of cover. Tight, clean and unmarked. 320pp. with 230 illustrations, 160 in color. Large book: NO international orders. First Edition. Paperback. Very Good. 4to-over 9"-12" Tall.
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New. Oblong 4to 319 pp; New copy, wonderful photos of the highly decorative Moche ceramica; Always Delivery Confirmation. 35 Years Fast Excellent Service. We Know How To Pack Books.
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Very GOod jacket. Minor abrasions to the front endpapers, the spine is "softened" a bit by gravity, otherwise clean and tight. Minor smudging on text block. In a very good dust jacket.
