essay

Cottage industry and guild formation in a Classic Maya metropolis

cobá, a classic maya metropolis • New York • Published In 1983 • Pages: 149-159

By: Kintz, Ellen R..

Abstract
Kintz analyzes the platform mounds that do not contain any apparent superstructures. These platforms are found scattered throughout the 13 zones of the city. Most were probably used for cottage industries or guild activities. Kintz points out that excavation of these and adjacent areas is needed to fully test this hypothesis.
Subjects
Architecture
Settlement patterns
Commercial facilities
Internal trade
Social relationships and groups
Household
tradition
Classic Maya
HRAF PubDate
2000
Region
Middle America and the Caribbean
Sub Region
Maya Area
Document Type
essay
Evaluation
Creator Type
Archaeologist
Document Rating
4: Excellent Secondary Data
5: Excellent Primary Data
Analyst
Sarah Berry ; 1999
Field Date
1974-1976
Coverage Date
Classic Period
Coverage Place
Cobá; Quintana Roo, Mexico
Notes
Ellen R. Kintz
For bibliographical information see document number 35: Anonymous
LCCN
82008895
LCSH
Mayas--Antiquities