Model of a Summer Camp

Resource type
Book
Creator (person)
Argounova-Low, Tatiana
Brown, Alison K.
Jansari, Sushma
Date published
2020
Abstract
The Model of a Summer Camp is a fascinating object with a range of stories to tell. Originating in the Sakha (Yakutia) region of far northeastern Russia, it depicts a yhyakh celebration – a festival of huge cultural importance to the region. This concise book takes a detailed look at the object, revealing the intricacies of the yhyakh and the model’s captivating journey from Siberia to the British Museum. The recent resurgence of interest around the model is also explored, where creative responses and research have enriched our understanding of its stories. This book gives readers the opportunity to learn about a unique object in the British Museum’s collection and the rich heritage of Sakha.
Project(s)
Narrative Objects: The Sakha Summer Festival and Cultural Revitalization
Funder
Funder nameAwards
Arts and Humanities Research Council (AHRC)
Publisher
British Museum Press
Place of publication
London
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