Classic Maya civilization, unrivaled in the New World for its architectural and astronomical mastery, intricate writing systems, and brilliant art forms, disintegrated some 2,000 years ago. This book examines the history of the one art form which persisted virtually intact--textiles--and provides an in-depth look at the Maya as they exist today. 175 illustrations, 145 in color. Map.
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Classic Maya civilization, unrivaled in the New World for its architectural and astronomical mastery, intricate writing systems, and brilliant art forms, disintegrated some 2,000 years ago. This book examines the history of the one art form which persisted virtually intact--textiles--and provides an in-depth look at the Maya as they exist today. 175 illustrations, 145 in color. Map.
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Fine in Fine jacket. No Flaws or Blemishes but minimal shelf handling; Still Gift Quality. 11.25 inches tall; 232 pages with notes and a bibliography. 175 illustrations with 145 in color. The Maya Textile Tradition provides an in-depth look at the life and art of the Maya of southern Mexico and Central America. This book examines the history of the one art form which persisted virtually intact...textiles....and provides an in-depth look at the Maya as they exist today. Classic Maya civilization, unrivaled in the New World for its architectural and astronomical mastery, intricate writing systems, and brilliant art forms, disintegrated some 2, 000 years ago. The textiles give a glimpse of the civilization. Additionally, ecologist James D. Nations introduces us to the history and ecology of the Maya world; Guatemalan author and curator Linda Asturias de Barrios discusses how the old ways are still part of the culture.
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Collectible Fine in Very Good jacket. 1st printing. 4to cloth. 232pp. Lovely illustrations in color & b/w. Lots of text. Notes. Bibliography. Signed by Foxx. "Autographed" sticker on front panel of dj. Fine in dj which has a couple of indentation scratches on front & back panels, which are seen against the light. Very scarce signed.
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VG-(DJ and boards have light edgewear, smudging and scuffing; interior is clean; binding is solid. ) Yellow cloth boards with green lettering on the spine, and stamped design on the front cover; color photo-illustrated DJ with blue, green, yellow and white lettering; 232 pp.; richly illustrated. "Text and photographs examine the life and textile art of the Maya of southern Mexico and Central America, discussing history and ecology, weaving and daily life, innovation and change in Maya cloth and clothing, and ceremony and ritual in the Maya world."--WorldCat.
