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Columbia University, New York, 1967. Paper covers, Plastic comb binding ; 120 pages : black and white illustrations ; 28 cm. These are the catalog notes for the exhibition written by students of the Dept. of Art History and Archaeology. "A part of the Program of Advanced Studies at the Graduate Faculties, Columbia University." [From title page].
In acceptable condition. Front cover with black and white illustration is completely separated from rest of catalog and is laid on top. Bumping and creasing to edges of covers and light overall scuffing, aging and soiling. Previous owner's name in ink on top corner of title page. Otherwise pages are lightly aged but unmarked. A solid reading copy. This catalog presents a comparative study exploring iconographic and structural parallels between early Chinese art and the art of Pacific Basin cultures, including Indonesia, Oceania, Mesoamerica, and the Northwest Coast of North America. Curated under the direction of Douglas Fraser, it investigates motifs such as the long tongue, alter ego, monster-mask headgear, and displayed, flanked figures across these regions. Through detailed essays, the catalog raises questions about possible historical or cultural interactions versus independent development driven by structural-functional factors. Includes substantial bibliography.