American Baroque: Pearls and the Nature of Empire, 1492-1700 (Published by the Omohundro Institute of Early American History and Culture and the University of North Carolina Press)
In American Baroque, Molly A. Warsh delves into the world of pearls and their profound influence on the Spanish empire from 1492 to 1700. This scholarly work uncovers how these gems from the New World fueled colonial economies, shaped trade networks, and symbolized the opulence of Baroque culture across continents.
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American Baroque examines the significance of pearls in the context of empire-building during the early modern period. The book traces the extraction, trade, and cultural impact of pearls from the Americas to Europe between 1492 and 1700.
Published by the Omohundro Institute of Early American History and Culture and the University of North Carolina Press, it highlights how pearls influenced economic systems and imperial ambitions in the Spanish colonies.
The narrative connects natural resources to broader themes of power, luxury, and global exchange in the Baroque era.
Author Molly A. Warsh draws on historical sources to illustrate the multifaceted nature of empire through this singular commodity.
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