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Book Synopsis: This engaging exploration of the Maya pantheon introduces readers to the complex stories of Mesoamerican divinity through the stunning carvings, ceramics, and metalwork of the Classic period. Focusing on the period between A.D. 250 and 900, Lives of the Gods reveals that ancient Maya artists evoked a pantheon as rich and complex as the more familiar Greco-Roman, Hindu-Buddhist, and Egyptian deities. The authors show how this powerful cosmology informed some of the greatest creative achievements of Maya civilization, represented here from the monumental to the miniature through more than 140 works in jade, stone, and clay. Thematic chapters supported by new scholarship on recent archaeological discoveries detail the different types of gods and their domains, the role of the divine in the lives of the ancient Maya, and the continuation of these traditions from the colonial period through the present day.
Published by The Metropolitan Museum of Art/Distributed by Yale University Press
Exhibition Schedule:
The Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York (November 21, 2022–April 2, 2023)
Kimbell Art Museum, Fort Worth, TX (May 7–September 3, 2023)
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Discover the captivating world of Maya divinity with Lives of the Gods: Divinity in Maya Art. Immerse yourself in the intricate stories of Mesoamerican gods through the exquisite carvings, ceramics, and metalwork of the Classic period. From A.D. 250 to 900, the ancient Maya artists created a pantheon as diverse and vibrant as the well-known deities of Greco-Roman, Hindu-Buddhist, and Egyptian civilizations.
Unfolding over thematic chapters supported by the latest archaeological findings, this book showcases over 140 remarkable works in jade, stone, and clay. These masterpieces offer invaluable insights into the Maya cosmology and reveal the profound impact of the gods on the artistic achievements of this remarkable civilization.
By delving into the different types of gods and their domains, Lives of the Gods unveils the central role played by divinity in the lives of the ancient Maya. Moreover, it traces the evolution of these traditions throughout history, from the colonial period to the present day, showcasing how the Maya's spiritual heritage continues to inspire and resonate today.
The Lives of the Gods: Divinity in Maya Art is a publication by The Metropolitan Museum of Art and Yale University Press, renowned for their commitment to academic excellence and the preservation of cultural heritage. Don't miss the opportunity to experience this awe-inspiring exploration of Maya divinity.
Get your copy here and embark on a fascinating journey into the intricate world of Maya mythology and art.
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