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Potlaches

Scope note

Ceremonial feasts given by the Northwest Coast Native Americans as displays of wealth, to validate or advance individual social status. They are marked by the host's lavish gift giving.

Term type

AAT

Getty AAT term number

300069169

Broader Terms used

<cultural ceremonies>

Equivalent Terms used

potlach

Created

13yrs ago

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