Antiquities of the Mesa Verde National Park: Cliff Palace

Name: Antiquities of the Mesa Verde National Park: Cliff Palace
Author: Jesse Walter Fewkes

By Jesse Walter Fewkes

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A detailed archaeological study documents a major cliff-dwelling in Mesa Verde National Park, describing its location, layout, and construction. It provides measured plans, photographs, and room-by-room descriptions of more than a hundred chambers, terraces, towers, and numerous kivas, with analysis of masonry techniques, adobe, plaster, roof and floor features, and evidence of repair and vandalism. The author catalogs artifacts including stone tools, pottery types and decorations, basketry, textiles, wooden objects, and human burials, discusses site formation and prehistoric access routes, and concludes with interpretations of cultural relationships and site function.

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Jesse Walter Fewkes

Jesse Walter Fewkes was an American archaeologist and ethnologist known for his extensive studies of Native American cultures, particularly in the Southwestern United States. He served as a prominent figure in the Bureau of American Ethnology and contributed significantly to the understanding of prehistoric and historic indigenous peoples. Fewkes is recognized for his detailed reports and investigations, including works such as "Antiquities of the Mesa Verde National Park," which explores the archaeological significance of the region. His research not only documented ancient structures but also delved into the cultural practices of tribes like the Hopi, making him a key figure in the field of American archaeology.