Human Zoos: the invention of the savage
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HUMAN ZOOS, The invention of the savage unveils the history of women, men and children brought from Africa, Asia, Oceania and America to be exhibited in the Western world in circus numbers, theatre or cabaret performances, fairs, zoos, parades, reconstructed villages or international and colonial fairs. The practice started in the 16th Century royal courts and continued to increase until the mid-20th Century in Europe, America and Japan. (source: quaibranly.fr)
Begining of Exhibition: November 29, 2011
End of Exhibition: June 03, 2012
Location: Quai Branly, Musée du



