Course: Introduction to Iconography

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Course title Introduction to Iconography
Course code KHI/BPK61
Organizational form of instruction Lecture
Level of course Bachelor
Year of study not specified
Semester Summer
Number of ECTS credits 5
Language of instruction Czech
Status of course Compulsory
Form of instruction Face-to-face
Work placements This is not an internship
Recommended optional programme components None
Lecturer(s)
  • Pátek Jakub, Mgr. Ph.D.
Course content
1. Input lesson - introduction of literature, distribution of papers 2. Iconography, iconology (history of the field, personalities, methodology) 3. Iconography of the Old Testament 4. Marian iconography I. 5. Marian iconography II. 6. Christological iconography I. 7. Christological iconography II. 8. Earthly patrons 9. Holy Helpers and Protectors 10. Ordinary iconography 11. Utraquist and Lutheran iconography 12. Greek Catholic and Orthodox iconography 13. Excursion to the gallery 14. Written examination

Learning activities and teaching methods
unspecified
Learning outcomes
The aim of the course is to acquaint the students with the historical development of the field of Christian iconography and with the fundamental areas of iconographic topics, both theoretical and applied. The emphasis is on the Czech and Central European environment. The topics are chosen so that the knowledge and skills can be actually used in future practice. Practical introduction to a wide range of iconographic handbooks and lexicons is also part of the teaching.
The graduate demonstrates a good orientation in the problems of Christian iconography. He is able to distinguish its individual branches and characterize their basic specifics. The student has the ability to identify the most important figures and themes. Demonstrates knowledge of the literature, especially iconographic handbooks and lexicons.
Prerequisites
None

Assessment methods and criteria
unspecified
Continuous performance of the assigned tasks, successful completion of the final written form of the examination.
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