Art styles as cultural cognitive maps
American Anthropologist • Vol/Iss. 63 • Published In • Pages: 79-93 •
By Fischer, J. L.
Hypothesis
"Symmetrical design (a special case of repetition) should characterize egalitarian societies; asymmetrical design should characterize hierarchical societies" (81)
| Test Name | Support | Significance | Coefficient | Tail |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fisher-Yates test | Supported | p<.05 | UNKNOWN | UNKNOWN |
| Variable Name | Variable Type | OCM Term(s) |
|---|---|---|
| Stratification Of Peers | UNKNOWN | Classes |
| Symmetry Of Design (art) | UNKNOWN | Decorative Art, Visual Arts, Representative Art |