Thesis (M. Arch.)--University of Hong Kong, 2000. / Includes special report study entitled: Pedestrian, time and space. Includes bibliographical references.

Thesis (M.Arch.)--University of Hong Kong, 2000. / Includes special report study entitled : Pedestrian, time and space. Includes bibliographical references. Also available in print.

From Conclusion: For the sake of posterity and historical research, our need for secure origins and our appreciation of and pleasure in fine craftsmanship and art, it is important that any Art Collection, particularly an Historical one, be fully documented. All data pertaining to the pictures should be recorded from an artistic, historical and even scientific point of view and photographs should be taken of the pictures. An organized classification system, the correct registering and labeling of each picture and its accessioning and cataloguing as part of the contents of the Gallery and for visitors information, should be constantly 53 maintained and where necessary and in as many ways as possible, cross-references made so that the stored information be usable. To this end and with the growth and increasing importance being placed on Art Museums and Galleries in the community it would probably be of value to cross-reference with other similar institutions and in the respect and day and age, it is not unrealistic to propose that the King George VI Art Gallery consider a computer cataloguing system to facilitate research and complement a more simplified version for the use and guide of the general viewing public . The significance of a picture is not only its value as such, but also the information relating to it. The importance of the Historical Collection as Africana and works of art, expressive of the places, events, people and even attitudes, and as cultural and historic items, goes without saying. Without the Historical Collection of the King George VI Art Gallery, Port Elizabeth, the Eastern Cape community and South Africa too, would be the poorer. The pictures have their role to play .

The aim of my diploma thesis is the exploration of the fine arts presentation options and methods with a focus on contemporary fine arts in context of the museums of art. The main terms concerning the topic are defined in my work prior to the main research of the museums of art and the presentation of fine arts. In the beginning of my work the reader can familiarize himself with the historical development of art museums from its genesis until the present form of this institution. Following the research part I am explaining the main aspects relevant to the presentation of fine arts, such as the spatial character of art museums and the evolution of its design. One part of my work is focused on a role of curator, who is a very important figure in the presentation of fine arts. The main basis of art museum are its art collections, which are transformed into long-term exhibitions. On the other hand, the museum should also manage the production of temporary exhibitions which plays an essential role in the presentation of fine arts in the last few decades. The methods and technique of installations are no less important for the presentation. All these aspects are described in my diploma thesis and supported by concrete examples from various museums. In the last part of my work, the theoretical thesis are applied on a specific example of an institution with the largest art collection in our country - Veletržní palác.

Anne de Bretagne a largement retenu l'attention des historiens et des historiens de l'art. Pourtant une approche globale de ses collections d'art restait à faire. L'examen de la constitution de ces collections a permis de mettre au jour l'importance des héritages ducal -de son père François II -et royal - de son premier époux Charles VIII -, et de mieux déterminer la part de ses propres commandes. Grâce à ces enrichissements successifs, Anne de Bretagne possédait d'extraordinaires collections d'art, parmi les plus riches du royaume. Les textiles, indispensables à l'ameublement des logis royaux, y tiennent une place considérable que ce soient les tissus d'ameublement ou les tentures historiées. Les arts de la table et l'orfèvrerie religieuse constituent une autre part importante de toutes collections princières médiévales. Anne de Bretagne sut aussi exprimer un goût plus personnel par son penchant pour les bijoux, les verres vénitiens ou la peinture. Cette étude s'attache aussi à replacer ces objets précieux dans leur contexte quotidien. Entre transports et mises en dépôt, leur vie était mouvementée, à l'instar de la cour itinérante dont ils constituaient le décor. L'examen de cet aspect permet de mieux appréhender le rapport qu'Anne entretenait avec ses collections. Les arts tenaient un rôle de premier plan dans l'affirmation du prince et Anne en eut bien conscience. Elle sollicita les artistes les plus réputés et se montra soucieuse de l'entretien de ses objets, Elle exprima aussi son attachement au duché breton en les entreposant au château de Nantes. Elle veillait enfin à l'exposition de ses plus belles pièces, notamment lors des grands événements de la vie de cour. / Anne of Brittany has received much attention from historians and art historians alike, and yet a comprehensive review of her art collections never been done. An examination of the composition of these collections helped to uncover the importance of both her ducal heritage -from her father Francis II-and her royal heritage -from Charles VIII. This examination also helped to better understand the importance of her own commissions and sponsorships. Through these successive endowments, Anne of Brittany amassed an extraordinary collection of art, among the richest in the kingdom. As an essential decor for the royal apartments, textiles hold an important place in these collections, whether it be silk fabric or tapestry. Tableware and religious gold work also represented an serious part of the collections, Furthermore, Anne own personal-taste is better expressed through be r affection for jewelry, Venetian glass and paintings. This study also sought to place these precious objects in their everyday context. Between placement, transport and storage, these pieces were in constant' movement as the backdrop to the itinerant court. The examination of this aspect provides further insight into the relationship between Anne and her collections, She was well aware that art held a prominent role in the affirmation of the Prince. She sought out the most renowned artists and appeared careful about the maintenance of their work. She also expressed her commitment to the duchy of Brittany by regularly storing her artwork in the castle of Nantes. Anne endeavored to exhibit her best pieces, particularly during major events of court life, again proving her dedication to the arts.

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