Editors are Jürgen Zimmerer , Kim Sebastian Todzi and Friederike Odenwald.
The authors explore new perspectives in provenance research by situating it within the broader contexts of global history, colonial history, and postcolonial studies.
Next to more general chapters, the book has case-studies related to collections from Cameroon, Namibia, Nigeria and Tanzania.
The volume goes beyond simply tracing the origins of collections, considering the significant impact on the societies from which these objects originate.
It also critically examines how these objects were used in collections and museums and how the process of musealization shaped collecting practices.
With its multiperspective approach, Displacing and Displaying the Objects of Others encourages readers to reflect on the deep connections between past and present and to consider responsible ways of engaging with colonial collections.
