Abstract
In this article I discuss the dialogical method which is used to study the idea of perception among individuals, especially to understand the question of perception toward the veil in Yemen in 2007. Furthermore I elaborate on my exploration of “portrayal” as an art form which lies at the basis of my approach. To be occupied with matters of the veil means to deal with questions of image and gaze. Therefore I also try to give a basic overview on this topic. The article ends with a short description of a corresponding experiment I carried out in Germany one year later. By comparing the Western and Eastern responses to the veiled female body, this experiment reveals typical culturally shaped preconceptions.
Recommended Citation
Böck, Angelika
(2012)
"Looking at me, are you? Social status and the veil,"
Journal of International Women's Studies: Vol. 13:
Iss.
5, Article 15.
Available at:
https://vc.bridgew.edu/jiws/vol13/iss5/15