The Material Cultures of Enlightenment Arts and Sciences

The book offers a comprehensive reassessment of the Enlightenment era, emphasizing the significance of material culture through a diverse array of artifacts from around the globe, including regions like India, China, West Africa, and Polynesia. Expert essays delve into themes of property, invention, and the interplay between domestic and commercial life. Accompanied by well-illustrated exhibits, the collection showcases a provocative selection of objects from the period, reflecting collaborative scholarly efforts to explore the transformative impact of goods on society.