Iconography for Archaelogists (methodology workshop) 2800-AFICONO
During the course, various aspects of the methodology of iconographic and iconological research will be discussed. Students will become familiar with the methods used in iconographic description and iconographic analysis, which are very often essential in archaeological research.
Stage I: Theoretical background. Familiarisation with basic terms, concepts and methods.
Stage II: Iconographic description in theory and practice, terminology used in descriptions of works of art, useful aids (dictionaries, lexicons, etc.). Terminology concerning formal aspects of expression, such as composition, perspective, colouring, description of figures, etc.
Stage III: Iconological analysis. Basics of object interpretation in historical context, methods of analysis based on test sources and analogies. Practical exercises using works of art from different eras, cultural and religious backgrounds.
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Learning outcomes
The student knows the basic terminology and principles of description and analysis of works of art from different fields [K_W01]
- The student knows the possibilities offered by the iconological interpretation of a work of art. .[K_W02]
- The student knows how to prepare an iconographic description. [K_U01; K_U02K_ U04; K_U06]
- The student is aware of the universality of the methods used and their reflection of cultural processes of different eras, cultural and religious circles [K_K01; K_K02]
Assessment criteria
Attendance in class is a requirement for passing. One unexcused absence per semester is allowed. Those with insufficient attendance will not be graded
Assessment of final written paper.
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