Ceremonial and etiquette in viceregal processions at Santafe

Abstract

This paper stems from a reflection on Norbert Elias’ The court society. The aim is to identify the symbols and signs allowing to think that there were people striving to establish a courtier society in viceregal Santafe de Bogotá, beginning with the deployment of fine manners, ceremonial and etiquette in social events, like parades performed in the event of new viceroy appointments.

Keywords

• Norbert Elias
• Court
• Santafé
• Bogota
• Cabildo
• Colonial History