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Castle Kašpark. Rediscovery of the Pearl of Šumava
Hraničková, Dagmar ; Čechura, Jaroslav (advisor) ; Jarošová, Markéta (referee)
The aim of this work is to outline the history of Kašperk castle, one of numerous structures founded by Charles IV. I was working there as a guide and I found out we do not know much about modern history of Kašperk. Due to the fact that Kašperk was left behind and forgotten for almost 400 years it is now in ruin. I am going to assemble various forms of information about what was happening there during the period of time when it was not considered a historic monument. Additionally, my research focuses on what made people take interest in medieval castles, especially in literature. I will primarily focus on modern history circa 17th century but will also include some medieval history of Kašperk as it is integral to understanding the conception of this castle's place in history.
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The Mural Painting in the Chapel of the Holly Cross
Uchytilová, Barbora ; Royt, Jan (advisor) ; Jarošová, Markéta (referee)
This bachelor thesis focuses on the mural paintings located in the three window niches of the Chapel of the Holly Cross in Karlštejn castle. Part One of this thesis examines the literature concerning Karlštejn castle and the mural paintings located inside, and interprets the opinions and critical appraisals of past and present researchers. Part Two briefly introduces and describes the other mural paintings of Karlštejn castle, and outlines the complex iconography of the entire castle, which weaves together all the sacred spaces of the castle, culminating in the Chapel in the Great Tower. Part Three analyses in detail the individual scenes depicted in the three niches of the Chapel of the Holly Cross, their iconography and authorship, and evaluates the restoration efforts carried out in the last century. The primary aim of this thesis is to introduce the topic of these mural paintings, together with a critical evaluation of the literature, sources, restoration reports and historical surveys related thereto.
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The royal journey of Wenceslas IV. to France 1398. Political, cultural and geographic aspects.
Dufková, Tereza ; Bobková, Lenka (advisor) ; Drška, Václav (referee)
The aim of this work is to reconstruct the royal journey of Wenceslas IV. to Reims in 1398 and analyse its diplomatical influence. To accomplish goals of this thesis charters, regests and rules had to be analysed. The emphasis was placed on welcome ceremony in Reims, mostly described by French chroniclers. An extensive itinery, including almost twenty towns visited by the king, was successfully created. The described royal journey is possible to use to enhance and summarize the picture of the reign of Wenceslas IV. between years 1378 to 1398. Another contribution is historical-geographical and entry ceremony, called adventus regis, analysis. Key words: Wenceslas IV., Charles VI., court of Luxembourg, court of France, royal journey, royal entrance, historical route, Papal Schism, Hudred Years War, travelling in the Middle Age
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Exacting stone components made by Parler's workshop in European context
Pavlíčková, Anna ; Macek, Petr (advisor) ; Chotěbor, Petr (referee)
The present work relates to the transfer of the inspirational elements used in St. Vitus Cathedral in Prague focusing on the hanging bolts in the sacristy of the cathedral. Two architects, Matthias of Arras and Peter Parler, participated in the construction of St. Vitus Cathedral in the 14th. Century Both of these builders were inspired by the most important buildings of contemporary Europe and the experience they gained was incorporated in the Prague cathedral. Through thorough research of the life of Matthias of Arras I am able to describe this builder as a unique personality who used a bold modern style for the construction of Prague cathedral and laid the foundation for cathedral architecture in Bohemia. Subsequent analysis of selected buildings constructed in the south of France during the 13th. and the first half of the 14th. centuries reveals many features which exhibit common characteristics with elements used on St. Vitus Cathedral, thus indicating the sources of inspiration for Prague cathedral. Both builders work meets in a space called "Old Sacristy" decorated with two unique pendant bosses. Thanks to exhaustive investigation it has been clarified that these bosses originated from southern France and Alsace. It has also been possible to chart their transmission throughout Europe and to...
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Relic cross of Charles IV.
Melkus, René ; Sojka, Jaroslav (advisor) ; Šmied, Miroslav (referee)
The aim of this bachelor thesis is to present a historical, art-historical, and technological review of the most precious piece of the St. Vitus cathedral treasure - the great Provincial Cross, also known as the Karlstein Cross, or simply the Relic Cross. This prominent creation of High Gothic goldsmithing is linked with the Emperor and King Charles IV (1316-1378) and the year 1357, when the construction of Karlstein castle was finished. This monographic thesis deals solely with the Cross and strives to summarize all existing historical knowledge, while processing literature and sources in the usual heuristic manner. Above all, the thesis includes a thorough description of this craftsmanship artifact, followed by an art-historical interpretation. It aims to differ from other theses in its passion regarding the goldsmithing techniques and its effort to comprehend the medieval means of processing precious metals and gems. The author has chosen this subject in order to familiarize himself with common technological terminology and to use it properly. Therefore, the thesis becomes a theoretical preparation for the author's self-dependent work as a curator in the National Technical Museum in Prague.
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Comparison of the Use of Historical Motives in the Monarchical Legitimacy in kingdoms of France and Bohemia in the Late Middle Ages
Žůrek, Václav ; Nejedlý, Martin (advisor) ; Bláhová, Marie (referee) ; Moeglin, Jean- Marie (referee)
Václav Žůrek Comparison of the Use of Historical Motives in the Monarchical Legitimacy in Kingdoms of France and Bohemia in the Late Middle Ages Abstract Concepts of the past are most important parts in the formation of individual and collective identity. Medieval authors deliberately used the historical narratives as a means of enhancing the cohesion of respective social groups, usually the ruling strata of society. The doctoral thesis focuses on re-interpretations and exploitations of the past in France and Bohemia during the 14th century, on the role of historical narratives in the self-representation of the ruling dynasties Luxembourg and Valois, and on the perception of their own role in the history. Main question of the thesis is the social and literary context of the shaping of an imagination of the past: detailed comparison between the Latin and vernacular historiographical production at the royal courts in France and Bohemia bring also crucial observations as to the ways and means of cultural transfer between the respective centres of power.
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The form of Karlstejn Castle at the time of Charles IV.
Vávrová Hanušová, Barbora ; Záruba, František (advisor) ; Šmied, Miroslav (referee)
The form of Karlstejn Castle at the time of Charles IV. Diploma thesis "The form of Karlstejn Castle at the time of Charles IV." deals at first with historical reports not only about the foundation of the castle itself but also about additional events during the life of Charles IV. These events are put in context of the construction form of the castle. The main part of this text is focused on the comprehensive description of the building taking into account previous research and construction plans. Then its construction form is compared with other castles founded by Charles IV. In particular castles Kasperk, Radyne, Karlshaus and Lauf an der Pegnitz are studied in detail. Since in general, castles in the 14th century served primarily residential purposes, this thesis also mentions Karlstejn's indoor arrangements and such building components as heating systems, windows, etc.
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Emperor Charles IV. and the Conquest of Brandenburg 1371 - 1373
Straka, Tomáš ; Bobková, Lenka (advisor) ; Hrdina, Jan (referee)
The aim of this thesis is to describe in detail the process of acquisition of the Margraviate of Brandenburg by Holy Roman Emperor and king of Bohemia Charles IV. It uses charters, chronicles, annals and other contemporary sources to map especially the military actions of the years 1371 - 1373, which eventually led to the conquest of Brandenburg. Furthermore, the thesis concentrates on the history of Charles IV's endeavour to seize this land in relation to his political and territorial ambitions. It is also concerned with Emperor's motivations and his diplomatic activities regarding Margraviate of Brandenburg and its seizure. In a special chapter it describes the structure of the army that Charles IV had at his disposal during the two campaigns to Brandenburg. The overall aspiration of this thesis is to be beneficial to the study of the uses of military might by Charles IV, as well as to the Czech military history of the second half of 14. century. Key words: Charles IV., Brandenburg, Margraviate of Brandenburg, military history, Otto V of Bavaria, Lands of the Bohemian Crown, 14. century
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The second Roman ride of the Charles the Fourth
Obůrková, Radka ; Bobková, Lenka (advisor) ; Bláhová, Marie (referee)
The thesis "The Second Roman Ride of the Charles the Fourth" tries to cover the whole campaign of the Emperor Charles IV. between years 1368 and 1369. Also, thesis follows the basic questions related to the issues of the royal court during the journey. The first of those questions is about accompaniment of the Emperor Charles IV. on his journey across the Italian territory and how the court was transformed during the ride to Rome and back. The second question points out the effort to build the court of the Elizabeth of Pomerania, who was crucial person of the second Roman ride where she did not travel alongside the emperor. The last question attempts to describe the undergirding of the court during the campaign in italian cities - how the emperor and his court was accepted and welcomed, accommodated, supllied and gifted.
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