The Folk Art of Slovenian Hive Fronts
Author | : Richard Jones |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 0 |
Release | : 2013 |
ISBN-10 | : 0860982769 |
ISBN-13 | : 9780860982760 |
Rating | : 4/5 (760 Downloads) |
Download or read book The Folk Art of Slovenian Hive Fronts written by Richard Jones and published by . This book was released on 2013 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Illustrated front boards on beehives are an essential part of Slovenian beekeeping as well as being an intricate part of the general folklore and culture of the rural communities in that country. The pride and affection there is for apiculture culminates in the care and attention bestowed upon the design and detail of the pictures on the fronts. They are the visual cultural equivalent of folk songs,k poetry and fairy tales.