Monumental temples of the ancient Mesoamericans are compared with other world traditions at similar levels of cultural development. Selected examples considered in terms of morphology, technology, iconography, social/political context, world view and general architectural theory. (Theory/History Elective). Prerequisite(s): ARCH 2300 or permission of the School.Lectures three hours a week.
Monumental temples of the ancient Mesoamericans are compared with other world traditions at similar levels of cultural development. Selected examples considered in terms of morphology, technology, iconography, social/political context, world view and general architectural theory. (Theory/History Elective). Prerequisite(s): ARCH 2300 or permission of the School.Lectures three hours a week.