Mythic visions

Article Abstract:

The invention of the art of yarn paintings by the Huichol Indians of north-western Mexico is discussed. One of these paintings titled 'Mystic Visions: Yarn Paintings of a Huichol Shaman' is a new exhibit at the museum.

Works, Huichols, Painting, Painting (Art)

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Chaco world: the bluff great house

Article Abstract:

The Bluff Great House, a great house on the northern Southwest in New Mexico is described. This communities relationship with Chaco Canyon, in the southeast is discussed.

History, Central American native peoples, Native Central Americans, Gran Chaco region

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Food for the Gods: or, you are who you eat in ancient Mexico

Article Abstract:

The strict rules of the of Central Mexico regarding the consumption of human flesh that could be eaten or not in the annual cycle of agricultural rituals is discussed.

Government domestic functions, Agricultural policy, Aztec, New Mexico

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