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Art History IV. Basics of Folk Art

Subject
Subject code YY.22.04
Subject name Art History IV. Basics of Folk Art
Credit points 1 ECTS
Grading method Nondistinctive
Curriculum subject
Curriculum 2018 2268
Study year 1
Semester Fall semester
Subject type Mandatory
General description
• Concept and nature of folk art.
• Historical, social and environmental factors influencing folk art.
• Architecture. Dwelling furnishing. Consumer articles and tools.
• Traditional peasant clothing, the definition of a folk costume, factors influencing the development of clothing, clothing as a social sign, clothing traditions.
• Folk art as a source of inspiration today.
Study outcome
Upon completion of the course, students will:
• have an overview of factors influencing folk art;
• have an overview of different aspects of Estonian folk art;
• be familiar with the regional characteristics, symbolics, different techniques and materials of Estonian folk costumes, jewellery and consumer items;
• be prepared for creative development of Estonian folk art in the contemporary social and cultural environment.
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