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Female Representations in Byzantine Art of Kosova
Issue:
Volume 4, Issue 4, December 2019
Pages:
41-47
Received:
28 August 2019
Accepted:
7 October 2019
Published:
29 October 2019
Abstract: The article addresses the issue of female appearance in the fresco painting from the Byzantine era on the territory of Kosova and aims at disclosure of the methodological approach towards construction of appropriate means for depiction of feminine attributes such are: facial expression, corporal energy, fashion, charm, elegance, grace and physical attractiveness. In that regard, the iconographic configuration of female representation in several churches from the 14th century have been analyzed Shën Premte – Virgin Ljeviška in Prizren, Patrikana e Pejës -Patriarchate of Peja, the Church of the Annunciation in Graçanicë and the Deçan monastery where we encounter a great number of depicted female characters belonging to different categories (female saints – martyrs, female commissioners, images of Virgin Mary etc.) The main aim of the paper is to disclose the manners in which the characters were visualized according to their role in religious history, i.e. describe the iconographic methods applied to each category in order to discover the principles of aestheticism particularly designed for expression of femininity. In that regard, the spiritual tenderness of the images of Virgin Mary, the elegant sophistication of aristocratic female martyrs, the modest and calm beauty of the represented nuns, as well as the dignified portraits of the historic personalities represented as lady commissioners point to different means of iconographic and stylistic expression that were created to live different types of emotional impression by the beholders of the frescoes.
Abstract: The article addresses the issue of female appearance in the fresco painting from the Byzantine era on the territory of Kosova and aims at disclosure of the methodological approach towards construction of appropriate means for depiction of feminine attributes such are: facial expression, corporal energy, fashion, charm, elegance, grace and physical ...
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A Study of the Interior Furniture and Decorative Motifs of Acheamenid and Sassanid
Ladan Abouali,
Jianlin Ni,
Jake Kaner
Issue:
Volume 4, Issue 4, December 2019
Pages:
48-57
Received:
13 October 2019
Accepted:
1 November 2019
Published:
14 November 2019
Abstract: This study reviews two types of Persian interior furniture; court furniture such as chairs and beds, also known as thrones and Persian rugs, through an examination of taxonomy; their general types, structure, and decorative patterns, which were used in two important Pre-Islamic era in Iran; Achaemenid (530-330 B. C.) and Sassanid (224 to 651 A. D.). This topic is investigated to increase the understanding of the maturity of the Iranian interior furniture industry. Its symbolic system is also explored, which was based on animal and plant motifs, to consider the function of elements and symbolism on Iranian interior furniture. Extant evidence of high-level furniture and rugs in these periods have only remained in the form of artworks, wall carvings, and the traditional stories. Both rugs and high-level furniture were used extensively as luxurious items by the ruling classes and as such are the only sources that are considered here in this study. This surviving evidence shows how the ruling classes influenced the historical development of Iran's interior furnishing designs in both wood and carpet forms.
Abstract: This study reviews two types of Persian interior furniture; court furniture such as chairs and beds, also known as thrones and Persian rugs, through an examination of taxonomy; their general types, structure, and decorative patterns, which were used in two important Pre-Islamic era in Iran; Achaemenid (530-330 B. C.) and Sassanid (224 to 651 A. D.)...
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An Examination of the Production Processes of Brass Casting Among the Asantes: The Case of Krofofrom in Ashanti Region of Ghana
Oppong Christopher Effah,
Hughes Ofori Dompreh,
Eric Appau Asante,
Samuel Baah Kissi
Issue:
Volume 4, Issue 4, December 2019
Pages:
58-67
Received:
25 July 2019
Accepted:
22 October 2019
Published:
15 November 2019
Abstract: Brass casting in Krofofrom is well known and unique; this is because it embodies a lot of history and the cultural heritage of the people of Krofofrom, which is portrayed in visual art forms. The purpose of this study was to examine the production processes employed during brass casting. This is because the current generation is losing in the ancient technology due to the problem of generational gap. The researchers critically observed the casting technology performed by the indigenes, interviewed some relevant people who have enough knowledge about the craft and could provide enough information which served as primary data. The descriptive method of qualitative research approach was employed in this study through interviews and observation. The study established that lost wax casting, which is popularly known as “cire per due” is still the most accurate and reliable means of reproducing complex shapes in brass or other metals with all the fine details of an original pattern.
Abstract: Brass casting in Krofofrom is well known and unique; this is because it embodies a lot of history and the cultural heritage of the people of Krofofrom, which is portrayed in visual art forms. The purpose of this study was to examine the production processes employed during brass casting. This is because the current generation is losing in the ancie...
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Effects of 2010 Educational and Curriculum Reforms on Senior High School Textile Training in Ghana
Johnson Kofi Kassah,
Godwin Gbadagba,
Vida Adzo Amegbanu
Issue:
Volume 4, Issue 4, December 2019
Pages:
68-72
Received:
31 October 2019
Accepted:
27 November 2019
Published:
6 December 2019
Abstract: The purpose of this study was to examine the effects of Ghana’s 2010 educational/ curriculum reform on senior high school textile training. The study employed descriptive survey design. The sample size for the study was 22 (16 textile teachers, & 6 HoDs of visual arts department). The research instruments used for the study were semi-structured interview and documents analysis. The study found out that the students were interested in studying textiles but the 2010 curriculum review, which led to new policy on the visual arts subjects’ combination has resulted in the collapse of textile training in most senior high schools which used to offer textiles. The study recommended that the policy on visual arts subject combination which forces learners to pursue visual arts subjects they were not interested in studying should be abolished to enable the students’ who are interested in studying textile pursue it and any other visual arts subjects they intend to study. Also, Ministry of Education in collaboration with Ghana Education Service and textile industries should institute scholarship package for creative and excel textile students as a means of attracting more students to study textiles.
Abstract: The purpose of this study was to examine the effects of Ghana’s 2010 educational/ curriculum reform on senior high school textile training. The study employed descriptive survey design. The sample size for the study was 22 (16 textile teachers, & 6 HoDs of visual arts department). The research instruments used for the study were semi-structured int...
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Factors Influencing the Preference of Graphic Design as a Visual Art Subject in Second Cycle and Tertiary Educational Institutions in Ghana
Gbadegbe Richard Selase,
Quashie Mawuli,
Amewu Joseph,
Kofi Sarfo
Issue:
Volume 4, Issue 4, December 2019
Pages:
73-79
Received:
28 November 2019
Accepted:
12 December 2019
Published:
24 December 2019
Abstract: Visual Art Education in Ghana and the world over has been structured to give a holistic training to the student with emphasis on hands on practical skills acquisition. It focuses on creativity and innovativeness towards the production of high quality artefacts to fulfill societal needs. It is line with this mandate that the Visual Art curriculum has been crafted to refine and train students in the various art disciplines such as Textiles, Sculpture, Ceramics, Leather Work, Jewellery, Basketry and Graphic Design, just to mention a few. However, certain developments in recent times militate against the realization of this mandate. The craze for Graphic Design at the expense of other art subjects has almost reached its peak. 8 out of every 10 Visual Art students in the Tertiary and Senior High Schools prefer to offer Graphic Design. This unfortunate development has left most of the other art related subjects with few students. In most of the Senior High Schools in Ghana, the other art subjects have been scrapped leaving Graphic Design, General Knowledge in Art and a 3 dimensional art subject as the (subject combination). As a result, most of the teachers who teach the other art related subjects have become redundant except a few who teach General Knowledge in Art. This study was therefore carried out to investigate the cause of the problem and to proffer solutions. The study adopted the Purposive Sampling Technique. The sample population was made up of two-hundred and ten (210) respondents. The main research tools employed to collect data for the study were questionnaire and interview. A major finding of the study is that most respondents prefer Graphic Design because of its computer relatedness, general appeal and employment prospects. The study recommends that ICT should be incorporated into the curriculum of all art related subjects as well as rebranding of the other art subjects such as Sculpture, Leather Work and Basketry to be more attractive and appealing.
Abstract: Visual Art Education in Ghana and the world over has been structured to give a holistic training to the student with emphasis on hands on practical skills acquisition. It focuses on creativity and innovativeness towards the production of high quality artefacts to fulfill societal needs. It is line with this mandate that the Visual Art curriculum ha...
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