In 15th century Korea, King Sejong the Great introduced the Hangeul, a distinctive alphabet that represents an innovative synthesis of scientific and linguistic theories. This writing system is distinguished by its graphic structure meticulously designed to faithfully reproduce the sounds of the Korean language. It is based on three basic symbols (• ― |) that combine to form the letters, giving it the potential to adapt to any language. This research aims to investigate the origin and development of Hangeul, specifically examining its graphic and social evolution over the last century in Korea. In addition to documenting the changes this alphabet has undergone in the context of modernisation and globalisation, this thesis aims to explore the crucial role of typographic design in the Hangeul, considering its influence not only nationally, but also internationally. The analysis will focus on the interplay between form and function within the writing system, paying particular attention to how the graphic characteristics of the Hangeul have contributed to its consolidation as a symbol of Korean cultural and linguistic identity. Furthermore, it will be essential to place the Hangeul in the historical and social context that has accompanied its evolution, analysing how political and cultural dynamics have influenced its dissemination and impact.The thesis proposes a general overview of this writing system, starting with its history, then moving on to its structure and analysing it from the perspective of communication design. The research is shaped by several key case studies from the last century that have passed on, studied and modified Hangeul in the Republic of Korea.
Nella Corea del XV secolo, il re Sejong il Grande introdusse lo Hangeul, un alfabeto distintivo che rappresenta una sintesi innovativa di teorie scientifiche e linguistiche. Questo sistema di scrittura si distingue per la sua struttura grafica meticolosamente progettata per riprodurre fedelmente i suoni della lingua coreana. Essa si basa su tre simboli fondamentali (• ― |) che si combinano per formare le lettere, conferendone un potenziale di adattabilità a qualsiasi lingua. La presente ricerca si propone di approfondire l’origine e lo sviluppo dello Hangeul, esaminando in particolare la sua evoluzione grafica e sociale nel corso dell’ultimo secolo in Corea. Oltre a documentare i cambiamenti che questo alfabeto ha subito nel contesto della modernizzazione e della globalizzazione, la tesi intende esplorare il ruolo cruciale del design tipografico nello Hangeul, considerandone l’influenza non solo a livello nazionale, ma anche internazionale. L’analisi si concentrerà sull’interazione tra forma e funzione all’interno del sistema di scrittura, ponendo particolare attenzione a come le caratteristiche grafiche dello Hangeul abbiano contribuito a consolidarlo come simbolo di identità culturale e linguistica coreana. Inoltre, sarà essenziale collocare lo Hangeul nel contesto storico e sociale che ne ha accompagnato l’evoluzione, analizzando come le dinamiche politiche e culturali abbiano influenzato la sua diffusione e il suo impatto. La tesi propone una panoramica generale di questo sistema di scrittura, partendo dalla sua storia, passando poi alla sua struttura e analizzandolo dal punto di vista del design della comunicazione. La ricerca prende forma grazie a diversi casi studio fondamentali dell’ultimo secolo che hanno tramandato, studiato e modificato lo Hangeul nella Repubblica di Corea.
Hangeul: una rivoluzione fatta di lettere
Sghirinzetti, Silvia
2023/2024
Abstract
In 15th century Korea, King Sejong the Great introduced the Hangeul, a distinctive alphabet that represents an innovative synthesis of scientific and linguistic theories. This writing system is distinguished by its graphic structure meticulously designed to faithfully reproduce the sounds of the Korean language. It is based on three basic symbols (• ― |) that combine to form the letters, giving it the potential to adapt to any language. This research aims to investigate the origin and development of Hangeul, specifically examining its graphic and social evolution over the last century in Korea. In addition to documenting the changes this alphabet has undergone in the context of modernisation and globalisation, this thesis aims to explore the crucial role of typographic design in the Hangeul, considering its influence not only nationally, but also internationally. The analysis will focus on the interplay between form and function within the writing system, paying particular attention to how the graphic characteristics of the Hangeul have contributed to its consolidation as a symbol of Korean cultural and linguistic identity. Furthermore, it will be essential to place the Hangeul in the historical and social context that has accompanied its evolution, analysing how political and cultural dynamics have influenced its dissemination and impact.The thesis proposes a general overview of this writing system, starting with its history, then moving on to its structure and analysing it from the perspective of communication design. The research is shaped by several key case studies from the last century that have passed on, studied and modified Hangeul in the Republic of Korea.File | Dimensione | Formato | |
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