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The Arawana, or fish dance, of the Caraja Indians of Matto Grosso, Brazilarticle 1925 • Gow-Smith, Francis
Karajá • South America > Eastern South America
This source presents a short account of an important Karajá dance performed by men. Emphasis is given to the costumes and paraphernalia used in the dance, and the sacred hut outside of the village where the costumes are made and guarded prior to the ...Caraja and Cayapó artifacts from Brazilarticle 1925 • Gow-Smith, Francis
Karajá • South America > Eastern South America
Aspects of Karajá and Kayapó material culture are discussed and illustrated, including Kayapó feathered headdresses, Karajá spears, and Kayapó and Karajá bows, arrows, clubs, toy canoes, and clay dolls....