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”Precolumbian Decoration Of The Teeth In Ecuador” offers a detailed exploration of the practice of dental modification in pre-Columbian Ecuador. Authored by Marshall Howard Saville, this meticulously researched study, originally published in 1913, delves into the techniques, cultural significance, and geographical distribution of tooth decoration among ancient Ecuadorian populations. The work provides a comprehensive account of the custom's occurrence throughout North and South America, drawing comparisons and highlighting regional variations. Saville's work contributes significantly to the fields of archaeology, anthropology, and dental history, shedding light on the aesthetic values and ritualistic practices of indigenous cultures. This book remains a valuable resource for researchers and enthusiasts interested in understanding the rich cultural heritage and artistic expressions of pre-Columbian societies. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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