Red Hornbill Earrings: Ilongot Ideas of Self, Beauty, and Health
Dados Bibliográficos
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ANO | 1986 |
TIPO | Artigo |
PERIÓDICO | Cultural Anthropology |
ISSN | 0886-7356 |
E-ISSN | 1548-1360 |
EDITORA | Berghahn Journals (United Kingdom) |
DOI | 10.1525/can.1986.1.3.02a00030 |
ADICIONADO EM | 2025-08-18 |
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Resumo
Renato Rosaldo's article, "Red Hornbill Earrings: Ilongot Ideas of Self, Beauty, and Health," explores the intricate connections between aesthetics, social status, and well-being among the Ilongot people of the Philippines. Rosaldo examines how the Ilongot associate red hornbill earrings with beauty, strength, and a flourishing life force, arguing that these adornments are not merely decorative but integral to their understanding of self and health. He details how the acquisition and wearing of these earrings reflect social hierarchies and contribute to an individual's sense of self-worth and vitality. The article highlights the cultural significance of material objects and their role in shaping personal and social identities within a specific cultural context.