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Mary Ellen Millers rich visual and scholarly survey of preHispanic art and architecture, including the most recent archaeological finds.Expanded and revised in its sixth edition, The Art of Mesoamerica surveys the artistic achievements of the high preHispanic civilizations of Central AmericaOlmec, Maya, Teotihuacan, Toltec, and Aztecas well as those of their lesserknown contemporaries.Providing an indepth examination of central works, this book guides readers through the most iconic palaces, pyramids, sculptures, and paintings. From the Olmec colossal head 5 recovered from San Lorenzo to the Aztec calendar stone found in Mexico Citys Zocalo in 1790, this book reveals the complexity and innovation behind the art and architecture produced in preHispanic civilizations.This new edition incorporates fifty new lavish color images and extensive updates based on the latest research and dozens of recent discoveries, particularly in Maya art, where excavations at Teotihuacan, the largest city of Mesoamerica, and Tenochtitlan, the capital of the Aztecs, have yielded new sculptures. 242 illustrations, 208 in color
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- Q: What is 'The Art of Mesoamerica: From Olmec to Aztec' about? A: This book is a comprehensive survey of pre-Hispanic art and architecture in Central America, covering civilizations such as the Olmec, Maya, Teotihuacan, Toltec, and Aztec, along with insights from recent archaeological discoveries.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is Mary Ellen Miller, a noted scholar in the field of art history.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: The book was published on June 11, 2019.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book contains 296 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does the book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: What edition is this book? A: This is the sixth edition of 'The Art of Mesoamerica'.
- Q: Are there illustrations in the book? A: Yes, the book features 242 illustrations, with 208 in color, providing a rich visual experience.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in art history? A: Yes, it is written to be accessible to a wide audience, including beginners, while also providing in-depth scholarly insights.
- Q: What are the main themes discussed in the book? A: The book discusses themes such as artistic achievements, architectural innovations, and cultural contexts of pre-Hispanic civilizations.
- Q: Does the book include recent archaeological findings? A: Yes, the sixth edition includes updates based on the latest research and recent discoveries, particularly in Maya art.