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Amazonia symbolic feathers.

Authors :
Carneiro, Robert L.
Source :
Faces; Dec95, Vol. 12 Issue 4, p6, 4p, 4 Black and White Photographs
Publication Year :
1995

Abstract

Focuses on the significance of feathers as an ornament for the Bororo Indian tribe of Amazonia. Spectacular colors of the feathers of South American birds; Bororo Indians' elaborate system of color symbolism in which feathers play a leading role; Red and black as the two most important colors for the Bororo.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
07491387
Volume :
12
Issue :
4
Database :
Complementary Index
Journal :
Faces
Publication Type :
Periodical
Accession number :
9512130660