Bibliography:FCR Bibliography 0047
Gramatke, Corinna. The Jesuit contribution to written art technological sources in the 17th and 18th centuries. (2018).
| Name(s) | Gramatke, Corinna |
|---|---|
| Title | The Jesuit contribution to written art technological sources in the 17th and 18th centuries |
| Year | 2018 |
| Language(s) | English |
| Contained in | Sources on Art Technology: Back to Basics |
| Bibliographic level | Book chapter |
| Digitization | https://www.researchgate.net/publication/378585598 The Jesuit contribution to written art technological sources in the 17th and 18th centuries In in Sources on Art Technology Back to Basics ICOM-CC London Archetype 2016 |
Over recent decades, research has highlighted the role of the Jesuits in the history of science. However, art technological aspects have not yet been considered. Jesuits are known to have employed images strategically for building their own identity, for pastoral care, education and mission. With the aid of science they tried to render images more overwhelming and effective. Simultaneously, their scientific research, their impressive global network and the flowing of information between the most remote places in the world and their centre in Rome, the Collegio Romano, authorised them to publish books that helped them to be recognised as a modern institution abreast with science, global knowledge and cultural movements. This was the best form of advertising for the order in relation to possible sponsors, supporters and new members. Different types of written art technological sources are presented with a particular focus on their genesis and function.
