Global objects: contention and entanglement

Global objects serve as powerful symbols of cultural entanglement, reflecting complex historical narratives and debates on globalization. The study examines the Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus (formerly Victoria Terminus) in Mumbai through a hybrid architectural lens, revealing its role as a site of contention and global significance. By analyzing objects—such as a Japanese suit of armor in the Tower of London and the design of this iconic structure—the research highlights how material culture shapes discourses on identity, power, and globalization. The approach combines historical analysis with critical examination of architecture and consumer goods, illustrating their multifaceted meanings in both local and global contexts.

Adamson, G., & Riello, G. (2013). Global objects: contention and entanglement. Writing the History of the Global. https://doi.org/10.5871/bacad/9780197265321.003.0012