On the structural method of studying the works of old russ ian art (from the experience of research)

Abstract

In the article the author generalizes the experience of studying the works of Old Russian art on
the basis of the structural analysis method developed by the author together with N.V. Parfentieva.
Modifications of this method make it possible to study works of both music and fine arts and to obtain
the most reliable data on the features of the author's creativity in conditions of medieval canon
domination in the art. The author reveals the method of structural formulae analysis of handwritten
old-Russian chants, approved in the works of both scientists. He offers the element-structural method
for studying works of manuscript decorative arts especially convincingly and fruitfully working in
the study of artistic ornamentation. The researcher reveals the essence of each modifications of the
method, shows their practical application and gives examples of the obtained results.