essay

A scheme for the early monumental architecture of the central coast of Peru

early ceremonial architecture in the andes : a conference at dumbarton oaks, 8th to 10th october 1982 • Washington, D.C. • Published In 1985 • Pages: 227-240

By: Williams León, Carlos.

Abstract
Williams describes the architecture of the central and north coasts of Peru, presenting evidence for the diffusion of religious architectural traits within the region (in particular the U-shaped pyramid complex and the circular sunken plaza) and hypotheses concerning their origins, and the pathways and timing of their spread. Chavín de Huantar is compared to the coastal sites.
Subjects
Religious and educational structures
Miscellaneous facilities
Cultural participation
Sociocultural trends
Innovation
Comparative evidence
tradition
Coastal Andean Early Formative
HRAF PubDate
2014
Region
South America
Sub Region
Central Andes
Document Type
essay
Evaluation
Creator Type
Archaeologist
Document Rating
4: Excellent Secondary Data
Analyst
Sarah Berry; 2012
Field Date
no date
Coverage Date
3650-3200 BP (1650-1200 BC)
Coverage Place
coastal La Libertad, Ancash, and Lima regions, Peru
Notes
Carlos Williams
Includes bibliographical references (p. 240)
LCCN
84010291
LCSH
Andes Region--Antiquities