Fair prehistory:: Archaeological exhibits at French Expositions-Universelles

2024-12-25 Classification：Archaeology Click()
Author：Müller-Scheessel, N

Article Title：Fair prehistory:: Archaeological exhibits at French Expositions-Universelles

Abstract：
International exhibitions in the 19th century were used as showcases for scientific and technological advances, but also often included exhibits of objects from the past, including prehistoric times. Three Expositions Universelles held in Paris 1867, 1878 and 1889 are examined to see how archaeological artefacts were presented to the public and how they influence development of the subject of prehistoric archaeology at that period.

Keywords: history of research; world's fairs; representations; France; exhibitions; racism; evolutionism

DOI: 10.1017/S0003598X00061044

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