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Introduction to the Modules Ceramics, Fermentation, & Feasting Module
Agave in Household Economy Module GIS Module
Module Introduction
Anthropological Interpretations
Interpreting Use From Ceramics
Fermented Drinks in SW
Prehistoric Fermentation
Annotated Bibliography
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Module Glossary

Maya images

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Figure 2.3.3  “Maya Dining” showing bubbling (probably pulque) vessel between high status man and woman, possibly a wedding scene.

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Figure 2.3.4  “Codex Nuttal” showing feast with lots of drinking, probably pulque.

 

Aztec Images

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Figure 2.3.5  Agave being fermented - Aztec with pot from codex.

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Figure 2.3.6  Rabbit in a pot (symbolism associated with fermenting of agave in Aztec society).

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Figure 2.3.7  Original codex drawing with image shown in figure 2.3.6.

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Figure 2.3.8  Line drawing of a variety of Aztec vessels.

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Figure 2.3.9  Fermentation vessels from Aztec codex.

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