Fortis, Paolo
Time and Its Object
- ISBN 13:
- 9780367746995
- author:
- Fortis, Paolo
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Taylor & Francis Ltd
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2022
- Genre:
- Kunstgeschichte, Sozial- und Kulturanthropologie, Ethnographie, Arts & Photography,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Time and Its Object: A Perspective from Amerindian and Melanesian Societies on the Temporality of Images by Paolo Fortis and Susanne Küchler explores how different cultures perceive time through their relationship with images. This unique perspective delves into the ways in which temporal concepts are embedded in various forms of visual expression, shedding light on the complexities of human perception. The book examines the role of images in shaping our understanding of time, drawing on case studies from Amerindian and Melanesian societies. By analyzing these diverse cultural contexts, Fortis and Küchler reveal the intricate relationships between visual representation, temporality, and knowledge. Through a rich collection of ethnographic insights, Time and Its Object offers a nuanced exploration of how our understanding of time is intertwined with our perceptions of the world around us.
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