Ancestral Early Modern AD 1400-1800

The Ancestral Early Modern period (A.D. 1400–1800) was a time when Indigenous and ancestral cultures around the world continued to develop rich artistic and architectural traditions rooted in spirituality, ritual, and daily life. This era saw the creation of sacred structures, ceremonial objects, and ornamental designs that reflected deep connections to nature and ancestry. In many regions, these traditions thrived independently or alongside early contact with outside cultures.