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Spanish Colonial

 Subject
Subject Source: Art & Architecture Thesaurus
Scope Note: Refers to the style and period dating from the early 16th century through the early 19th century, in areas colonized by Spain, particularly the Americas. The style is mainly seen in paintings, sculpture, and in ecclesiastical and military architecture. The style reflects the tastes of aristocratic landholders and the church, and generally imitates styles current in Spain, the Netherlands, Italy, and France, with some limited influence from native traditions of design and representation.

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Studies of Pre-Columbian Objects from Mexico: Photographs by Lee Boltin, April 12-May 11, 1958

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Abstract

An exhibition of photographs studying ancient Mexican art objects by American artist Lee Boltin, arranged by the American Museum of Natural History and circulated by the American Federation of Arts. The exhibition records span two folders plus photographs.

Dates: April 12-May 11, 1958