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Ancient American

 Subject
Subject Source: Art & Architecture Thesaurus
Scope Note: General term for the styles and cultures of the Paleo-Indians of the Americas; also may refer generally to any of the cultures of Americas prior to the arrival of European colonists.

Found in 2 Collections and/or Records:

American Indian Designs for Pottery, February 1-20, 1944

 Sub-Series
Abstract

An exhibition of pottery by Native American artists, including ancient works and designs by nineteenth and twentieth century artists. The exhibition was arranged by F.H. Douglas, Curator of Indian Art at the Denver Art Museum and circulated by The American Federation of Arts. The exhibition records span four folders.

Dates: February 1-20, 1944

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

 Sub-Series
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