The obelisk, according to Rowe (48-54) is relevant to Native American culture as it enables them to one again experience their connection to a divine and supernatural power. In addition, the tall, strong and long-lasting structure reminded them of their country’s rejection before it attained imperial power as well as bringing to mind the Americans anatomical and psychosocial connotations. Moreover, the obelisk reflects the bigoted nationalism , egotism and Modern austerity of the native American and his culture (Salomon and Schwartz 440-443). The fascination of the Obelisk from Chavin de Huantar opens a unique window to the native Americans that reminds them of their western-influenced ideas with respect to culture and progress through the use of the artistic sculptures hailing from Chavin, the “mother of Culture” (Salomon and Schwartz
The obelisk, according to Rowe (48-54) is relevant to Native American culture as it enables them to one again experience their connection to a divine and supernatural power. In addition, the tall, strong and long-lasting structure reminded them of their country’s rejection before it attained imperial power as well as bringing to mind the Americans anatomical and psychosocial connotations. Moreover, the obelisk reflects the bigoted nationalism , egotism and Modern austerity of the native American and his culture (Salomon and Schwartz 440-443). The fascination of the Obelisk from Chavin de Huantar opens a unique window to the native Americans that reminds them of their western-influenced ideas with respect to culture and progress through the use of the artistic sculptures hailing from Chavin, the “mother of Culture” (Salomon and Schwartz