Significance of Masking Traditions in Mesoamerica

Abstract

The purpose of this thesis is to provide insight, from an art historical perspective, into the complexity of Pre-Columbian beliefs and aesthetics by discussing the masking traditions of the Olmec, Maya, and Aztec. This thesis also explores the iconography of ancient masking among the Olmec, Mayan, and Aztec civilizations. A focus will be on the shamanism associated with the masking traditions.

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Thesis Completion

2004

Semester

Spring

Advisor

Gonzalez, Maria de Jesus

Degree

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)

College

College of Arts and Sciences

Degree Program

Art

Subjects

Arts and Sciences -- Dissertations, Academic; Dissertations, Academic -- Arts and Sciences; Indians of Central America; Masks -- Central America

Format

Print

Identifier

DP0021825

Language

English

Access Status

Open Access

Length of Campus-only Access

None

Document Type

Honors in the Major Thesis

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