Antiquarian maps of Black Sea coast exhibited in Saskatoon
by Don Gorsalitz
Prairie Center for the Study of Ukrainian Heritage
SASKATOON - An exhibition of antiquarian maps of the Black Sea coast and the Ukrainian steppes opened on October 26 at the Kenderdine Gallery, University of Saskatchewan. The exhibit attracted wide interest from both the university and public, with over 160 individuals in attendance at the reception.
Commenting on the exhibit and the public interest, Kent Archer, director/curator of the Kenderdine noted: "This show is something of a novelty for us, and we were unsure of its reception. But the attendance speaks to the importance of bringing to public light the kind of research and work that is being done here at the university. We are very pleased."
Prof. Bohdan Kordan, a faculty member of St. Thomas More College and curator of the exhibit, also noted the large turnout and explained "Antique maps offer something for everyone. Not only are they interesting as historical documents, but they are also beautiful objects to look at. Some of them are absolutely stunning, representing the best work of some of the premier illustrators and publishers of the day."
He further added, "But it may also be that the attraction is a consequence of a wider appreciation: what lies before you is the evidence of the ongoing quest for knowledge, something that resonates with the university community."
"Black Sea, Golden Steppes," an exhibit of 45 16th to 18th century originals, chronicles the process of geographical and political incorporation of Ukraine and the Black Sea region into a European framework. The exhibition continues until December 7 at the Kenderdine Gallery, 51 Campus Drive, University of Saskatchewan.
For more information on the exhibition, visit www.usask.ca/kenderdine.
A catalogue is available at $25 (Canadian) which includes shipping and handling. The order form is available online at www.usask.ca/stm/pcuh/press.
Copyright © The Ukrainian Weekly, November 11, 2001, No. 45, Vol. LXIX
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