Design for Eternity: Architectural Models from the Ancient Americas

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Book Synopsis: From the first millennium B.C. until the arrival of Europeans in the 16th century, artists from across the ancient Americas created small-scale architectural effigies to be placed in the tombs of important individuals. These works in stone, ceramic, wood, and metal range from highly abstracted, minimalist representations of temples and houses to elaborate complexes populated with figures, conveying a rich sense of ancient ritual and daily life. Although described as models, these effigies were created not so much as reflections or prototypes of existing structures, but rather as critical, conceptual components of funerary practice and beliefs about an afterlife. Design for Eternity is the first publication in English to explore these architectural works, providing new insights into ancient American design and how it reflected the practices of daily life. The vivid illustrations and texts focus on architectural representation, as well as the role these intriguing sculptures played in mediating relationships among the living, the dead, and the divine. Published by The Metropolitan Museum of Art/Distributed by Yale University Press. Exhibition Schedule: The Metropolitan Museum of Art (10/26/15–09/18/16). Read more

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Discover the fascinating world of ancient American design with Design for Eternity: Architectural Models from the Ancient Americas. Immerse yourself in the rich history and intricate details of small-scale architectural effigies created by talented artists from across the ancient Americas. These works in stone, ceramic, wood, and metal provide a glimpse into the rituals and daily life of ancient civilizations. Perfect for history enthusiasts, art lovers, and anyone curious about the ancient Americas.

Step back in time and witness the abstracted and minimalist representations of temples and houses, as well as the elaborate complexes populated with figures. These architectural models were not mere reflections of existing structures, but critical components of funerary practices and beliefs about the afterlife. Get ready to gain a deeper understanding of ancient American design with this groundbreaking publication.

Feast your eyes on the vivid illustrations and engaging texts that bring these architectural works to life. Explore the role these intriguing sculptures played in mediating relationships among the living, the dead, and the divine. Design for Eternity is a must-have for anyone seeking new insights into ancient American design and its connection to daily life.

Don't miss out on this groundbreaking publication from The Metropolitan Museum of Art, distributed by Yale University Press. Be one of the first to delve into the world of ancient American architecture. Click here to order your copy now and embark on a journey through time.

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