Ancient Maya Art at Dumbarton Oaks

Ancient Maya Art at Dumbarton Oaks
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Publisher : Dumbarton Oaks Research Library & Collection
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ISBN-10 : 0884023753
ISBN-13 : 9780884023753
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Download or read book Ancient Maya Art at Dumbarton Oaks written by Dumbarton Oaks and published by Dumbarton Oaks Research Library & Collection. This book was released on 2012 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This introduction to Maya art is based on study of one of the most important collections in the United States, assembled by Robert Woods Bliss between 1935 and 1962. The catalogue, written by leading Maya scholars, contains detailed analyses of specific works of art along with thematic essays situating them within the context of Maya culture.


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