Archaeology

Activity type

Archeologia dell'età pre-protostorica, classica e medievale

SSD

L-ANT/01

Year

N/D

Semester

N/D

CFU

6

Hours distribution

42 classroom hours

Lecturers

MARINA GALLINARO

Activity type

Archeologia dell'età pre-protostorica, classica e medievale

SSD

L-ANT/01

Year

N/D

Semester

N/D

CFU

6

Hours distribution

42 classroom hours

Lecturers

CRISTINA LEMORINI

Consistent with the educational objectives of the Course of Study in which it is included, the
course aims to provide, in the area of MATERIALITY AND SYMBOLS IN PREHISTORY,
knowledge and comprehension skills that complement and/or reinforce those acquired in the
first cycle of studies, enabling the student(s) to deal with original topics also in a research
context, making judgments in a more complex and articulate form, communicating the
knowledge and processes that led to their acquisition, and studying the topics independently.
The course aims to present theories, methods and interpretive models for the study of
material culture through experimental archaeology and the investigation of related symbolic
forms.

Consistent with the educational objectives of the Course of Study in which it is included, the
course aims to provide, in the area of MATERIALITY AND SYMBOLS IN PREHISTORY,
knowledge and comprehension skills that complement and/or reinforce those acquired in the
first cycle of studies, enabling the student(s) to deal with original topics also in a research
context, making judgments in a more complex and articulate form, communicating the
knowledge and processes that led to their acquisition, and studying the topics independently.
The course aims to present theories, methods and interpretive models for the study of
material culture through experimental archaeology and the investigation of related symbolic
forms.

No requirements. Please note that the bibliography will mainly be in English.

Module: PREHISTORY OF ART:CONTEXTS-ANALYSIS-INTERPRETATIONS
The course aims to provide students with an introduction to the theoretical, methodological, and interpretive frameworks for the study of prehistoric art, from the earliest symbolic forms to the various artistic manifestations that characterized the deep history of past cultures.
A selection of case studies spanning a range of chronological periods and geographical areas will facilitate an examination of the diverse theoretical, methodological, and interpretive approaches employed, including stylistic, contextual, genre, and phenomenological perspectives, as well as those that adopt a holistic view of the various manifestations of visual material culture in the past.
The course is divided into three modules:
The first module will critically examine the origins of symbolic thought and the earliest visible manifestations in material culture.
The second part of the course will focus on the study of rock art, with an introduction to methodological aspects related to documentation, chemical and physical analyses for the reconstruction of the techniques used to create painted and engraved evidence, and the identification of deterioration processes. In addressing different interpretive approaches, we will focus, in particular, on the concept of ‘scene’ and how it has been addressed over time. The last part of the course will be seminar-based in nature on case studies selected by the attendees.


Module: EXPERIENCE AND EXPERIMENTS IN ARCHAEOLOGY
The course aims to provide students with an introduction to the theoretical, methodological, and interpretive frameworks for the study of prehistoric art, from the earliest symbolic forms to the various artistic manifestations that characterized the deep history of past cultures.
A selection of case studies spanning a range of chronological periods and geographical areas will facilitate an examination of the diverse theoretical, methodological, and interpretive approaches employed, including stylistic, contextual, genre, and phenomenological perspectives, as well as those that adopt a holistic view of the various manifestations of visual material culture in the past.
The course is divided into three modules:
The first module will critically examine the origins of symbolic thought and the earliest visible manifestations in material culture.
The second part of the course will focus on the study of rock art, with an introduction to methodological aspects related to documentation, chemical and physical analyses for the reconstruction of the techniques used to create painted and engraved evidence, and the identification of deterioration processes. In addressing different interpretive approaches, we will focus, in particular, on the concept of ‘scene’ and how it has been addressed over time. The last part of the course will be seminar-based in nature on case studies selected by the attendees.

Module: PREHISTORY OF ART:CONTEXTS-ANALYSIS-INTERPRETATIONS
Essential readings for each lecture will be detailed in the course syllabus. The syllabus will be available at the beginning of the course. The literature is here provided as a general reference for the topics discussed in the course.


Module: EXPERIENCE AND EXPERIMENTS IN ARCHAEOLOGY
Essential readings for each lecture will be detailed in the course syllabus. The syllabus will be available at the beginning of the course. The literature is here provided as a general reference for the topics discussed in the course.

Module: PREHISTORY OF ART:CONTEXTS-ANALYSIS-INTERPRETATIONS
N/D
Module: EXPERIENCE AND EXPERIMENTS IN ARCHAEOLOGY
N/D

The course will have a modular structure and will include different teaching models, aimed at achieving the learning objectives through student involvement. Lectures with telematic support and seminars will facilitate the acquisition of knowledge and understanding. At the end of the course, students will have acquired basic knowledge and the most up-to-date theoretical and methodological approaches. The analysis of case studies selected by students, with presentations and the preparation of papers, will stimulate the ability to apply knowledge, develop critical thinking, and independent judgment. At the same time, communication and critical discussion skills will be acquired.

Attendance is strongly recommended. Those unable to attend are asked to inform the instructor of their interest in order to agree on a program.

Attendance is strictly recommended. Those unable to attend are requested to indicate their interest to the teachers to arrange the program.

The final evaluation will be based on an oral interview and a written paper to be submitted at least one week before the roll call (10 pages spacing 1.5 Arial 11 font, including bibliography and 3-4 images).
Knowledge gained in the lectures will be evaluated with questions on the reference bibliography and topics discussed in class (40% of the grade), the presentation of seminar activities (20% of the grade) and the written paper (40% of the grade).

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Module: PREHISTORY OF ART:CONTEXTS-ANALYSIS-INTERPRETATIONS



Module: EXPERIENCE AND EXPERIMENTS IN ARCHAEOLOGY