“No word meaning "art" occurs in Aivilik, nor does "artist": there are only people. Nor is any distinction made between utilitarian and decorative objects. The Aivilik say simply, "A man should do all things properly."”
Quote by Edmund Snow Carpenter
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Edmund Snow Carpenter
Edmund Snow Carpenter was an accomplished American anthropologist known for his contributions to the interdisciplinary field of music, culture, and anthropology. His research focused on ethnomusicology, oral traditions, and the study of music in Africa and Latin America, which had a profound impact on subsequent scholars. more
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