The Global Lives of Things

Exploring the role of objects in shaping early modern globalization, this volume examines commodities, art, and precious materials through European encounters with the Americas and Australia. It traces the movement of these items within networks of commerce, colonialism, and curiosity. Organized into four sections, it delves into global encounters, the relationship between matter and knowledge, evolving consumption habits, and the construction of global spaces, highlighting the interconnectedness of objects and historical contexts.