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Exoticism

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Exoticism (foreign atmosphere or taste) means “longing” for distant unfamiliar countries or past cultures, or a disposition or tendency favoring a “foreign flavor.” Main characteristics and background Historical background: Became prominent after the Age of Discovery as Western society prized non-Western cultures and artifacts. Influence on art: Used in literature, fine art, music, architecture, fashion, etc., as a method incorporating foreign motifs to create distinctive artistic effects. Familiar examples: Everyday “Asian goods” and “ethnic cuisine,” and streetscapes such as “foreigners' houses” and “theme park streets,” are also manifestations of exoticism.

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