Primarily a catalog of ancient motifs contains over 760 vigorous, powerful, stark designs from pre-Columbian clay stamps made by Aztecs, Maya, Zapotecs, Toltec, Olmec, Mixtec. Depictions of serpents, gods, priests, dancers, florals, geometrics, more. Brief text identifies motif and location of origin.
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Aztec Designs by Wilson G. Turner Derived from ceramics, statues, books, and other priceless artifacts, these 42 brilliant renderings of authentic Aztec designs depict both secular and sacred activities. Brief captions identify each image.
