Category: Material culture

“Material culture” refers to objects, artifacts, or material elements created, used, or considered within a particular cultural context. It encompasses physical items, technologies, clothing, tools, and other artifacts that reflect a culture’s values, norms, traditions, and social structures. The study of material culture often involves analyzing how these objects are produced, distributed, used, and the meaning they hold within a given societal framework. It contributes to understanding how people interact with their surroundings and express their identity through materials and objects.