The ownership of Malangan objects is similar to the modern notion of copyright; when a piece is bought, the seller surrenders the right to use that particular Malangan style, the f... The ownership of Malangan objects is similar to the modern notion of copyright; when a piece is bought, the seller surrenders the right to use that particular Malangan style, the form in which it is made, and even the accompanying rites. True or false?
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The question is asking whether the statement about the ownership of Malangan objects and their similarity to modern copyright is true or false. It requires an understanding of cultural practices regarding ownership and rights related to artistic or ceremonial objects.
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The statement is true.
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The statement is true.
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Malangan objects from New Ireland (part of Papua New Guinea) possess a unique and culturally significant form of 'ownership' which involves transferring not just the physical object but also the rights to its design, style, and associated ceremonies — analogous to modern copyright.
Sources
- Malagan at the British Museum - Smarthistory - smarthistory.org
- 222.Malagan display and mask New Ireland Province, Papua New ... - fusd.net
- 9.4: Melanesia - Humanities LibreTexts - human.libretexts.org
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