World Heritage Site:
Quebrada de Humahuaca
Publication Year:
2012
Publication Type:
Article
Publication Identifier:
WHEA04E3796CF
Summary
A combined application of archaeometric techniques has revealed significant insights into the design patterns of tricolor pottery from Quebrada de Humahuaca, Argentina. The study identified distinct stylistic elements and manufacturing processes that provide a deeper understanding of the cultural and technological practices of ancient societies in the region. By analyzing surface designs on ceramic fragments using advanced methods, researchers were able to trace the evolution of pottery styles and their potential symbolic or functional significance. This approach offers a novel way to interpret archaeological data, bridging gaps between material culture and historical context.
Citation
Marte, F., Acevedo, V. J., & Mastrangelo, N. (2012). TÉCNICAS ARQUEOMÉTRICAS COMBINADAS APLICADAS AL ANÁLISIS DE DISEÑOS DE ALFARERÍA “TRICOLOR” DE QUEBRADA DE HUMAHUACA, JUJUY, ARGENTINA. Boletín Del Museo Chileno de Arte Precolombino, 17(2), 53–64. https://doi.org/10.4067/s0718-68942012000200005