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.
Found in 1 Collection or Record:
Ancient Arts of the Andes, July 23-September 19, 1954
Sub-Series
Abstract
A major exhibition of more than 400 native, indigenous, and folk art objects tracing the history of the South American Andean region from about 1200 BCE until the arrival of the Spanish in the 16th century. The exhibition was a collaboration between the Legion of Honor, the Museum of Modern Art, New York, and the Minneapolis Institute of Arts. The exhibition records span 19 folders plus a catalog, bulletin, and photographs.
Dates:
July 23-September 19, 1954