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Pigments and Power in the Andes: From the Material to the Symbolic in Andean Cultural Practices 15001800,New
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This is the English language edition of El Poder de los Colores by Gabriela Siracusano, published by Fondo de Cultura Economica, Buenos Aires 2005 the result of a study of cultural practices related to the uses of coloring materials in the South American Andean region during the Colonial period (XVI to XVIII centuries) and their 'powerful' presence in the images of the Conquest. It offers the reader a new insight into the techniques and use of colour in Andean Colonial painting.Starting with an analysis of the images and the concept of representation during the process of evangelization/domination, the book shows the discursive and iconographic strategies used by different parties to achieve several goals through the use of color. The book's main hypothesis is that colors were silent protagonists of the Andean ritual system, a fact that was identified only by certain 'idol exterminators' who tried to 'rebrand' them by giving them a Christian meaning.,
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'Pigments and Power in the Andes'? A: The book explores the cultural practices related to coloring materials in the Andean region during the Colonial period, emphasizing the symbolic power of colors in art and rituals.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is Gabriela Siracusano, who provides insights into Andean cultural practices and their historical significance.
- Q: What time period does the book cover? A: The book covers the Colonial period in the Andean region from the 1500s to the 1800s.
- Q: Is this book available in other languages? A: This is the English language edition, originally published in Spanish as 'El Poder de los Colores'.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 256 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: When was this edition published? A: This edition was published on July 16, 2011.
- Q: What topics are discussed in the book? A: The book discusses the use of color in Andean Colonial painting, representation during evangelization, and the discursive strategies employed by different cultural parties.
- Q: What insights can I gain from reading this book? A: Readers can gain a deeper understanding of the techniques and significance of color in Andean art and its relation to cultural identity and power dynamics.
- Q: Is this book suitable for academic study? A: Yes, the book is suitable for academic study, particularly for those interested in art history, cultural studies, and colonial studies.