300 bold, rhythmic circle designs, originally incorporated on small clay spindle weights, depicting man-like deities; animals both real and fantastic; reptiles, birds, flowers, masks, geometrical figures, wheels, foliage, maze-like patterns, frets—all employed with the boldness and fanciful characteristics of pre-Columbian art. ...read full review...
This Large and Heavy Clay figure of "Circle of Friends" has 7 pre-Columbian fMayan figures standing arm in arm in a circle around a base for a candle. This very rustic and primitive Mexican pottery suitable for indoors and outdoors. The shade of the clay can vary from piece to piece, with muted shades of tan, brown, green, blue, and all combinations thereof. These Circle of Friends are hand made and formed from Clay in a very primitive way in Mexico. This is an art form that is considered to be Pre-Colombian. The "Friends", the figures have an Aztec Indian type look, that dates back to before the Spanish came to what is now South America. In the middle of them is a place for a candle to be inserted and lit. "The Indian Legend says that at then end of the evening, friends would gather around the fire and share their hearts. They would each speak of the good qualities of others. It was said that if they shared memories while the embers faded, their friendship was sealed, bringing them closer together. As you sit with a candle in the middle of your Circle of Friends, it will surround and embrace all of those who sit with you and bring you all good luck". Circle of Friends make ideal gifts for Retirement, Weddings, Anniversaries, Friendship, and other occasions. ...read full review...
Pre-Columbian Andean and Mesoamerican cultures have inspired a special fascination among historians, anthropologists, archaeologists, as well as the general public. As two of the earliest known and studied civilizations, their origin and creation mythologies hold a special interest. The existing and Pre-Columbian cultures from these regions are particularly known for having a strong connection with the natural landscape, and weaving it into their mythologies. A landscape approach to archaeology in these areas is uniquely useful shedding insight into their cultural beliefs, practices, and values. The ways in which these cultures imbued their landscape with symbolic significance influenced the settlement of the population, the construction of monuments, as well as their rituals and practices. This edited volume combines research on Pre-Columbian cultures throughout Mesoamerica and South America, examining their constructed monuments and ritual practices. It explores the foundations of these cultures, through both the creation mythologies of ancient societies as well as the tangible results of those beliefs. It offers insight on specific case studies, combining evidence from the archaeological record with sacred texts and ethnohistoric accounts. The patterns developed throughout this work shed insight on the effect that perceived sacredness can have on the development of culture and society. This comprehensive and much-needed work will be of interest to archaeologists and anthropologists focused on Pre-Columbian studies, as well as those in the fields of cultural or religious studies with a broader geographic focus. ...read full review...
The tracks are: 1. - 5. "A Separate Reality - 1. First Light, 2. Reflection, 3. Fleeting Worlds, 4. A Separate Reality, 5. Reflection (Reprise), 6. Night Of The Aleberijes, 7. Solar Quest, 8. Encinerada. ...read full review...
From 1405 to 1433 Admiral Zheng He of the Chinese Ming Dynasty led massive fleets to the Western Ocean seven times. Unfortunately the Chinese never officially defined where the Western Ocean was, and how far it extended. Most scholars believe that Western Ocean is simply an alternate name for Indian Ocean, because the farthest reaches of Zheng He s voyages documented in the Ming annals was the eastern African seacoast. However, the Chinese already had been sailing the Indian Ocean for a millennium, therefore an interpretation of the Western Ocean being the Indian Ocean seems unreasonable. Since the 2005 sexcentenary, 600th year anniversary of Zheng He s monumental maritime expeditions, world enthusiasm in the ancient naval affair has been dramatically revived. Now it is two years since, and the interest has shown no sign of abating. However, historical records clearly demonstrated that indeed the Chinese had circumnavigated the world before the 15th century. Now the key evidence is presented in a new, approximately one hour long documentary DVD. Via the wizardry of motion picture, the exposition shows the astonishing analysis in a clear and easy to understand fashion. It obliges one to confront the unavoidable quandary: is the accepted history of the Age of Discovery wrong? ...read full review...
A replica of an original Pre-Columbian museum piece. The Cayman (a South American crocodile) is associated with myth and vitality. Made of pewter, hand-polished, dipped in 24K gold, and varnished with protective lacquer finish. Size: 2"H x 3/4"W; Weight: 1 oz; Color: Gold ...read full review...
