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The Development of Floral Still Life Paintings from antiquity to the late Baroque
Semrádová, Alžběta ; Konečný, Lubomír (advisor) ; Dobalová, Sylva (referee)
The thesis provides a general outline of the development of the still life paintings from antiquity to the end of the Baroque era in the European cultural context with an emphasis on the floral still lifes. The text is divided into four chapters. The first chapter is devoted to the still life paintings in ancient times, which later inspired painters of the younger ages, but also tries to point out to the different understanding of these specific thermes. Some quotations of ancient literature are attached. The second chapter introduces the medieval still lifes. In those times the Christian iconography has formed. The independent still lifes did not exist, however slowly began to appear within religious images like the bearers of the hidden symbolism. In the following chapter the Renaissance still life is introduced in the context of reducing the differences between art and nature observation in connnection with scientific knowledge. The last chapter deals with the Baroque still life painting, examines the development of individual still life paintings, mainly from the 17th and 18th centuries, and presents the differences between still life produced in different European art centres.
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Fair Trade fruits and flowers on the Czech market
NEUWIRTHOVÁ, Alena
The aim of this work is to introduce specific standards for fair trade products, especially for fruit and flowers. Moreover, the analyses the offer of Fairtrade fruit and flowers on the Czech market and determines consumer attitudes to these certified products. The attention is also paid to the campaigns, which are supposed to improve the awareness of Fair Trade and encourage the interest of real purchases.
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Level of sales and maintenance of cut flowers in CR
Žížalová, Dagmar ; Augustinová, Ludmila (advisor) ; Lucie, Lucie (referee)
In my dissertation work about the topic The level of sales and general care of cut flowers in the Czech republic I have tried to describe all the aspects which influence the conservation, longevity and quality of cut flowers. Currently, where this market segment is seeing dynamic growth, there is also an increased demand for growing cut flowers, their after harvesting technology, keeping and prolonging their longevity. The choice of cut flowers in the Czech Republic is very versatile which is highly appreciated by the customer who prefers to have flowers with higher longevity in his vase. My dissertation work is divided into three parts. The first part is mainly dealing with all the aspects influencing the picking (temperature, humidity, light, fertilization, age of the flowers), the time of picking, cutting of the stem, temperature by picking and the quality of the cut flowers. There are also mentioned other factors influencing the storage of the plants (temperature, water, ethylene), the packaging description and transport of the flowers. Further attention is paid to the keeping and maintaining of the flowers in shops, by the customer and also to the types of agents prolonging the longevity of the flowers in the vase. The second part is dealing with the assortment of imported flowers and greenery into the Czech Republic. The categorization of plants is divided into different categories -- the imported cut flowers, exotic flowers and leaves used in floristry. The world producers of cut flowers also get a mention and the favorite types of flowers are -- Alstroemeria, Anthurium, Cymbidium, Dendrobium, Dianthus, Freesia, Gerbera, Gladiolus, Chrysanthemum, Lilium, Rosa, Tulipa, Zantedeschia. For each type there is also a description of the sensitivity, picking season, type of cut, treatment after picking, transport and longevity in the vase. The third part is dedicated to a customer knowledge survey about the care of cut flowers. As part of my work florists were approached from four Czech regions with a request to participate in a survey and to complete a questionnaire (Ústecký region, Středočeský region, Plzeňský region and Jihočeský region). This resulted in 62 completed questionnaires out of 100 flower shops, and the answers were put together in tables and graphs. The main focus of the questionnaire was the analysis on the various possibilities of purchasing cut flowers, the most frequently sold flowers, the florists providing their customers with information as to how to care for the flowers, which agents to use to keep the longevity of the flowers and whether these agents are also offered to the customers. The survey was also aimed at the cleanliness of the vases and the care for the flowers in the shops. The results of the survey have reassured me, that the florists have to face the economic situation of their customers, the competitiveness of other retail chains selling flowers (where the care for flowers is non-existent), that they have to be mindful of the selection of the flowers as they are subject to fast deterioration and they are always trying to please their customers, so that they return.
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Assortments of perennials used on the rural gardens in Pilsen region
Daňková, Barbora ; Matiska, Pavel (advisor) ; Ivana, Ivana (referee)
The thesis called Assortments of perennials used on rural gardens in the Pilsen region deals with using perennials in villages of Pilsen Region- Pilsen- North and Tachov with focusing
on rural gardens and partly on public green containing perennials in planting.
From the total number of 149 villages in observed regions about 103 villages were chosen and visited.
The thesis also focuses on characteristic of these plants. The rural gardens are analysed, too.
It deals with recommendation for using suitable perennials in given station and their next use in gardens and other places. The thesis also focuses on some parts of Pilsen Region, concretely on districts of Pilsen- North and Tachov. The observation of these districts took place from June to September in 2015. It describes these districts from the viewpoint
of climate, it means the average year temperature, rainfall and the altitude of both districts.
It concretely mentions chosen villages from the districts of North Pilsen and Tachov and defines villages in which was the green focused on timber species and grassy areas and villages where these areas were completed by floral decoration, especially by perennials.
It was found that in small villages were used 16, in middle villages 39 and in large villages
32 sorts of perennials. The largest number of sorts of perennials is used in middle villages (600-2000 inhabitants). In small villages (under the number of 600 inhabitants) perennials are planted mainly in the gardens of family houses and are missing in public places.
Among the most often planted perennials in the districts of North Pilsen and Tachov belong Aster dumosus, Bergenia crassifolia, Hemerocallis sp., Hosta sp., Iris sp., Phlox paniculata, Sedum spectabile, Sedum spurium, Yucca sp. and others.
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Flowers as a Lawn Substitute
Svoboda, Oldřich ; Augustinová, Ludmila (advisor) ; Doležalová, Jitka (referee)
Ordinary lawns are difficult to maintain financially and can be time consuming, especialy if we try to cultivate lawn in places where the grass does not grow naturaly. The use of flowers as a subsitute to lawn brings forward new possibilities for otherwise neglected surface. Applying these alternatives are based on natural principles that initially cost higher but benefit far better in the long run.
The chapter Introduction deals with issues of lawn versus flowers. This chapter focuses on typical habitats, groups of plants and works of experts.
The chapter Literature Review focuses on different possibilities of ground covers with herbaceous vegetation in five subheads.
Subhead Explanation of Basic Terms contains explanations of terms for lawn, flower - blooming plant and lawn substitutes from the perspective of different authors.
Subhead Lawns briefly describes the history of the current lawns, mentions their function, types, methods of growing and its maintenance. The important idea is the negative effect of monocultures on the environment and how to reduce it.
Subhead Groups of Flowers Used as Temporary Substitutes describes the topic of annuals and biennials in further details. It brings definition and characteristics of these flowers. Their use in different conditions either separately, as perennial plantings or as semi-wild structures are mentioned there.
Subhead Groups of Flowers Used as Permanent Substitutes deals with perennials in detail. Flowering plants are divided according to the place of habitat. Describes the growing of flowers as a lawn substitute and its features such as visual similarity with lawn; resistance to pedestrian traffic, height, foliage, flowering time, etc. It focuses on the use of bulbs, alpine plants, xerophilous plants, flowers from the woods, hygrophilous plants, aromatic plants and other groups.
The last subhead, Specific Groups of Flowers as a Lawn Substitute, discusses the flower meadows, extensive perennial flower bed and roof gardens. It brings insight into the history, the use in different habitats, growing, or flower mixtures on the market. It mentions the financial and environmental burden.
The chapter Conclusion evaluates if the objectives of the work have been achieved - giving the overview of flowers as a lawn substitute and the comparision with a lawn.
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Revitalization Program of Floral Garden in Kromeriz
Böserlová, Jana ; Klein, Pavel (referee) ; Mikulášek, David (advisor)
Flower garden is located near the center and along with Kroměříž Podzámecká garden is a nature - architectural monuments, included in UNESCO World Heritage Sites. The whole garden is designed to very strict, according to the rules of Baroque garden architecture. Solved territory, the following Flower garden, in the past have been an integral part of the whole garden. For the contemporary nobility was a source of pleasure gardens and relaxation. Currently, the following Flower garden largely neglected and the public is not allowed here. For such sights, which Flower garden undoubtedly is, this situation is disquieting. Bachelor's thesis on the topic of revitalizing the garden should be to clarify issues and outline possible future restoration garden.
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Revitalization Program of Floral Garden in Kromeriz
Dvořáková, Vendula ; Dvořák, Tomáš (referee) ; Mikulášek, David (advisor)
Floral Gardens Kromeriz – a landmark of transnational importance. It is an example which has influenced architectural development in Europe. This Libosad, which has evolved since the 17th century, was used for art loving guests’ delectation. At the present time this world full of antique gods’ sculptures, figures from history or myths; this world formed by espalier walls and blooming flower beds being it all underlined with the work of plasterers, sculptors and fresco painters; this Libosad world is not able to offer to a present person what she/he expects. Since the reason why people visit these gardens has partly changed. The majority of people come to see the landmark, which in 1998 got registered in the UNESCO World Cultural Heritage list, in the first place and they come to learn something about it. Once on this tourist occasion, they also have a rest and spend pleasant times in the gardens. As a result of that there comes a new space for gaining information and relaxation in one into being.
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International supply chain of flowers
Gladyšev, Michail ; Jirsák, Petr (advisor) ; Kolář, Petr (referee)
This thesis focuses on international supply chain of flowers. The primary goal of this thesis is to analyse supply chain in context of international trade with this commodity and subsequent identification of problematic parts to which I find possible solutions. The secondary goal is to offer reader comprehensive image of how trade with flowers works, what kind of operations take place, what kind of logistics and processes are used and finally, how does it look in practice.
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Květiny v anglické krajinářské zahradě
Jonášová, Pavla
The main topic of work is evaluation of English landscape garden's development with a focus on the assortment and forms of using flowers. First part is written as a literature review and is built-up by studying the available literature on the topic. It's divided into several chapters and for a better understanding of this problem the work is supplemented by thematic pictures. The first chapter is focused on determination of basic terms cohering with a flower planting and English landscape garden. The next part deals with the origins and development of English Landscape School and using plants in different developmental stages. The application of flowers is evidenced by the ctreation of the most important figures of landscape architecture. The last two chapters are devoted to the influence of English Landscape School on garden art in Europe and in the Czech republic. Second, practical part of work, is aimed to the own design of flower planting in the model object using the discovered principles.
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Philosophical interpretation of works of Marc Chagall
JINDRÁKOVÁ, Edita
This thesis covers the interpretation of life and work of Marc Chagall, jewish painter of 20th century. Goal of the thesis is to highlight symbolic motives of his work, and later on interpret those on selected pieces. The thesis is divided into four parts. First part is devoted to the life of the painter and his jewish origin, which had a significant influence on the character of his work. Second part covers the meaning of symbols in art and religon in general. Third tries to compare Chagall's conveyance with two jewish philosophers of the dialog: E. Lévinas and F. Rosenzweig. Fourth then interprets selected pieces with philosophical or religious extent. Whole thesis is based on the conception that art is able to convey messages and interpret the world around us.
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