Arboreal and Historical garden cultivation (p) (2005/2006)

Learning outcomes

The twofold course (preliminary and advanced) aims at providing the connection between cultivation and thought, between nature and art in the garden. The student will comprehend the cultural value of the garden through the diversification of its shape and function during the years. Images of the most significant gardens will give comprehension of the role carried out by them selves in the cultural and historical evolution; the course will also give the opportunity to gain respect and love in regards of such a fragile and perishable work of art, in order to have preservation.

Introduction to exotics essences. The garden in the XVIII century's England and its theories. Its realization in Italy (especially in Veneto and Lombardy) during XVIII and XIX century. The course includes possible visits to some historical gardens.

Acquaintance of the subjects developed during the course and suggested in the bibliography. Personal judgement ability. Written test.