book chapter

The Chiriguano

Ethnographical research work during the Swedish Chaco-Cordillera-Expedition 1901-1902 • Stockholm • Published In 1924 • Pages: 187-225, 269-275

By: Rosen, Eric von.

Abstract
This is a succinct account of material culture as recorded during a brief stay among the Chiriguano. Topics touched upon include anthropometry, dwellings, household furnishings, clothing, personal grooming, ornaments, weapons, fishing, pottery making, alcoholic beverages, musical instruments, marriage, and death and burial.
Subjects
Knots and lashings
Ornament
Ceramic technology
Dwellings
Weapons
Decorative art
culture
Chiriguano
HRAF PubDate
2024
Region
South America
Sub Region
Southern South America
Document Type
book chapter
Evaluation
Creator Type
Ethnologist
Document Rating
5: Excellent Primary Data
Analyst
John Beierle ; 1965-1968; Leon G. Doyon; 2023
Field Date
1901-1902
Coverage Date
1901-1902
Coverage Place
central Tarija Department, Bolivia
Notes
by Count Eric von Rosen
Includes bibliographical references (p. 269-275)
Only pages 187-225, and 269-275 (the bibliography) have been processed for this file
LCCN
ucl 31012333
LCSH
Chiriguano Indians