Map of Texúpa (Oaxaca, 1579): A Study of Form and Meaning

In 1577 King Philip II of Spain sent a questionnaire to all important officials in New Spain which required a detailed report on the history, geography and population of the towns in New Spain. Many officials commissioned local artists, usually Indians, to draw maps and plans for their town's r...

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Veröffentlicht in:The Art bulletin (New York, N.Y.) N.Y.), 1972-12, Vol.54 (4), p.452-472
1. Verfasser: Bailey, Joyce Waddell
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Sprache:eng
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Zusammenfassung:In 1577 King Philip II of Spain sent a questionnaire to all important officials in New Spain which required a detailed report on the history, geography and population of the towns in New Spain. Many officials commissioned local artists, usually Indians, to draw maps and plans for their town's report or relatión.
ISSN:0004-3079
1559-6478
DOI:10.1080/00043079.1972.10790645