Current Issues in Ceramic Ethnoarchaeology |
| |
Authors: | Miriam T. Stark |
| |
Affiliation: | (1) Department of Anthropology, University of Hawai'i, 2424 Maile Way, Saunders 346, Honolulu, Hawai'i, 96822 |
| |
Abstract: | The last decade has seen a surge in ceramic ethnoarchaeological studies worldwide, covering such important topics as ceramic production, technological change, ceramic use and distribution, and social boundaries. Some of the most exciting new Americanist research helps archaeologists refine models of ceramic production. Increasing numbers of non-Americanist studies use a technology and culture framework to examine manufacturing variability, the dynamics of cultural transmission between generations, and the articulation between ceramic technology and social boundaries. This review summarizes these recent trends, places current ethnoarchaeological research in its theoretical contexts, and looks to the future of research in a dynamic landscape in which ceramic production systems are undergoing rapid change. Many varieties of research currently now fall under the rubric of ceramic ethnoarchaeology, and Americanist archaeologist are encouraged to look beyond their own regionalist and theoretical paradigms to consult this wider literature. |
| |
Keywords: | ceramic ethnoarchaeology ceramic production ceramic consumption technological change social boundaries |
本文献已被 SpringerLink 等数据库收录! |
|