| Author |
Aspelin-Haapkylä, Eliel, 1847-1917 |
| Title |
Suomalaisen taiteen historia pääpiirteissään
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 22.3 (College graduate level). Very difficult to read.
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| Credits |
E-text prepared by Jari Koivisto
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| Summary |
"SUOMALAISEN TAITEEN HISTORIA PÄÄPIIRTEISSÄÄN" by Eliel Aspelin-Haapkylä is a historical account focused on Finnish art history, likely written in the late 19th century. The book aims to present a comprehensive overview of the development of Finnish art from the medieval period to more modern times, reflecting artistic expressions significant within Finland's cultural context. The opening of the text introduces the premise of documenting Finnish art history, addressing the unique challenges and influences faced by Finnish artists due to the country's geographical and historical circumstances. Aspelin-Haapkylä discusses the early interactions between Christianity and art in Finland, emphasizing the church's pivotal role in artistic development during the medieval period. He notes the limitations posed by Finland's environment and resources but highlights the emergence of a distinct national identity in art, suggesting that the creative expression of the Finnish people has gradually flourished alongside their cultural and political evolution. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
Finnish |
| LoC Class |
N: Fine Arts
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| Subject |
Art, Finnish -- History
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
51401 |
| Release Date |
Mar 8, 2016 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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