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This vibrant lecture reveals the pace of change, beginning with the last great developments in natural colours at the end of the 18th century. We visit the chief dye scientist of the Gobelins factory in Paris, Michel Chevreul, and explore the impact of the great international exhibitions where new developments were proudly displayed. The discovery […]
This vibrant lecture reveals the pace of change, beginning with the last great developments in natural colours at the end of the 18th century. We visit the chief dye scientist of the Gobelins factory in Paris, Michel Chevreul, and explore the impact of the great international exhibitions where new developments were proudly displayed. The discovery […] |
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In his day, Albrecht Dürer was a larger-than-life figure. Through the high quality of his woodcutting, and the facility with which printed culture could be disseminated, Dürer became an international success. Not a stranger to a mode of self-fashioning that would sit comfortably in today’s social media channels, Dürer crafted a lasting legacy for his […] 
Follow the history of embroidery from early goldwork to 17th and 18th century techniques up to 21st century innovations. The making and development of the art form of tapestry over seven centuries will be explored. Finally, be enthralled by contributions to colour theory from Aristotle to Goethe and from Newton to Albers. Dates and Locations […]
In his day, Albrecht Dürer was a larger-than-life figure. Through the high quality of his woodcutting, and the facility with which printed culture could be disseminated, Dürer became an international success. Not a stranger to a mode of self-fashioning that would sit comfortably in today’s social media channels, Dürer crafted a lasting legacy for his […]
In his day, Albrecht Dürer was a larger-than-life figure. Through the high quality of his woodcutting, and the facility with which printed culture could be disseminated, Dürer became an international success. Not a stranger to a mode of self-fashioning that would sit comfortably in today’s social media channels, Dürer crafted a lasting legacy for his […] |
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If you think of St Pancras International or New York’s Grand Central, you imagine long romantic journeys. You know they are special places promising excitement and adventure. But there are dozens of other glorious stations in the UK and overseas. This lecture explores some of the most evocative and splendid stations in the world. We […] 
Johannes Vermeer’s paintings might be considered typical of the ‘Dutch Golden Age’. Yet, compared with his contemporaries’ works, Vermeer’s serene interiors seem oddly different. This particular difference has preoccupied scholars since the ‘rediscovery’ of Vermeer in the 19th Century and will be the focus for our enquiry into his work. Is Vermeer’s subject the merry […] |
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In this lecture, Susan explores the fascinating story of how dyes were discovered, made, and used from the earliest times to the end of the 18th century. Susan will look at the social importance of certain colours including red, blue, and purple. The use of colour in textiles is a story that travels from Europe […] |
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Johannes Vermeer’s paintings might be considered typical of the ‘Dutch Golden Age’. Yet, compared with his contemporaries’ works, Vermeer’s serene interiors seem oddly different. This particular difference has preoccupied scholars since the ‘rediscovery’ of Vermeer in the 19th Century and will be the focus for our enquiry into his work. Is Vermeer’s subject the merry […] 
Best known for his outlandish appearances dressed as his feminine alter ego, Claire, Sir Grayson Perry is now a core part of the art establishment, a Knight of the Realm, Turner Prize winner, Royal Academician, popular broadcaster and colourful character. Possibly one of the world’s best-known British contemporary artists, his ceramics, textiles, tapestries and prints […] |
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Post World War II confirmed New York as the new international centre of art and commerce. Artists came from all over the world to absorb the heady atmosphere. In dizzying succession, movement after movement vied for attention as Abstract Expressionism evolved out of European Dada and Surrealism, only to be overtaken by the Colour Field […]
In his day, Albrecht Dürer was a larger-than-life figure. Through the high quality of his woodcutting, and the facility with which printed culture could be disseminated, Dürer became an international success. Not a stranger to a mode of self-fashioning that would sit comfortably in today’s social media channels, Dürer crafted a lasting legacy for his […] |
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In this lecture, Susan explores the fascinating story of how dyes were discovered, made, and used from the earliest times to the end of the 18th century. Susan will look at the social importance of certain colours including red, blue, and purple. The use of colour in textiles is a story that travels from Europe […] 
This talk takes us from some of the earliest embroidery in this country from the 10th century through the height of English work, Opus Anglicanum to the embroidered outfits of our Tudor monarchs through to the seventeenth century when new design ideas arrived from India and China, and new techniques emerged such as raised embroidery, […] 
Brunel changed the face of the British landscape with his ground-breaking projects including railways, bridges, tunnels, ships, and grand buildings. 
No other Flemish artist of the seventeenth century rose to such prominence in so many disciplines as Peter Paul Rubens. This lecture will introduce the vast panorama of Rubens’ art and life, presenting the reach of his ambition as a painter, designer, humanist, collector, teacher, and diplomat. An effective manager and entrepreneur as much as […] |
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No other Flemish artist of the seventeenth century rose to such prominence in so many disciplines as Peter Paul Rubens. This lecture will introduce the vast panorama of Rubens’ art and life, presenting the reach of his ambition as a painter, designer, humanist, collector, teacher, and diplomat. An effective manager and entrepreneur as much as […]
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Mannerism is a controversial term in European art history. It is an artistic style across the visual, literary and musical arts of the 16th to 17th century, characterised in the visual arts by a departure from naturalism and the stylisation of the human figure, often to radical extremes. The origins of Mannerism are examined through […]
Best known for his outlandish appearances dressed as his feminine alter ego, Claire, Sir Grayson Perry is now a core part of the art establishment, a Knight of the Realm, Turner Prize winner, Royal Academician, popular broadcaster and colourful character. Possibly one of the world’s best-known British contemporary artists, his ceramics, textiles, tapestries and prints […]
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The history of this glorious textile art form, revered in the Middle Ages and beyond, gracing the walls of royal and papal courts, churches, and the homes of the gentry across Europe. Susan will give us new insight into how tapestry became a grand visual medium from medieval times, from the master tapestry-makers of Flanders, […] |
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In his day, Albrecht Dürer was a larger-than-life figure. Through the high quality of his woodcutting, and the facility with which printed culture could be disseminated, Dürer became an international success. Not a stranger to a mode of self-fashioning that would sit comfortably in today’s social media channels, Dürer crafted a lasting legacy for his […]
Johannes Vermeer’s paintings might be considered typical of the ‘Dutch Golden Age’. Yet, compared with his contemporaries’ works, Vermeer’s serene interiors seem oddly different. This particular difference has preoccupied scholars since the ‘rediscovery’ of Vermeer in the 19th Century and will be the focus for our enquiry into his work. Is Vermeer’s subject the merry […] |
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In his day, Albrecht Dürer was a larger-than-life figure. Through the high quality of his woodcutting, and the facility with which printed culture could be disseminated, Dürer became an international success. Not a stranger to a mode of self-fashioning that would sit comfortably in today’s social media channels, Dürer crafted a lasting legacy for his […] |
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This talk takes us from some of the earliest embroidery in this country from the 10th century through the height of English work, Opus Anglicanum to the embroidered outfits of our Tudor monarchs through to the seventeenth century when new design ideas arrived from India and China, and new techniques emerged such as raised embroidery, […]
Johannes Vermeer’s paintings might be considered typical of the ‘Dutch Golden Age’. Yet, compared with his contemporaries’ works, Vermeer’s serene interiors seem oddly different. This particular difference has preoccupied scholars since the ‘rediscovery’ of Vermeer in the 19th Century and will be the focus for our enquiry into his work. Is Vermeer’s subject the merry […]
If you think of St Pancras International or New York’s Grand Central, you imagine long romantic journeys. You know they are special places promising excitement and adventure. But there are dozens of other glorious stations in the UK and overseas. This lecture explores some of the most evocative and splendid stations in the world. We […] |
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In this lecture, Susan explores the fascinating story of how dyes were discovered, made, and used from the earliest times to the end of the 18th century. Susan will look at the social importance of certain colours including red, blue, and purple. The use of colour in textiles is a story that travels from Europe […] 
The world’s first underground railway has a unique heritage of architecture, ingenious design, powerful advertising posters and unique calligraphy. This talk plots the early development of the Underground, examines the legacy of Frank Pick and Charles Holden, looks at some of the iconic posters, and celebrates the award-winning architecture of the modern Tube in the […] |
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The only cathedral in the world to have been completed within the lifetime of its designer, over 300 years ago, St Paul’s retains a timeless beauty, standing proudly atop Ludgate Hill in the City of London. Delivered in Ian’s engaging anecdotal style, this talk lavishly illustrates the history, art and architecture of St Paul’s. Starting […] |
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This vibrant lecture reveals the pace of change, beginning with the last great developments in natural colours at the end of the 18th century. We visit the chief dye scientist of the Gobelins factory in Paris, Michel Chevreul, and explore the impact of the great international exhibitions where new developments were proudly displayed. The discovery […]
Brunel changed the face of the British landscape with his ground-breaking projects including railways, bridges, tunnels, ships, and grand buildings. |
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This lecture discusses the development of maps of the world from the earliest civilisations to the most recent digital creations. They show gradual improvement for purposes of shipping, trade and national sovereignty. This evolution of maps includes more accurate coastlines, the addition of longitude and latitude and the placement of a consistent North; however, maps […] |
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Characterised by quick, bravura brushstrokes, Frans Hals’s portraits of nobles, merchants, actors, friends and family members created a sensation in seventeenth century Holland. In order to ‘breathe life’ into his subject, Hals incorporated vanguard modes of representation into his practice, which reveal his and his society’s understanding of time and of human life itself. This […] |
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In his day, Albrecht Dürer was a larger-than-life figure. Through the high quality of his woodcutting, and the facility with which printed culture could be disseminated, Dürer became an international success. Not a stranger to a mode of self-fashioning that would sit comfortably in today’s social media channels, Dürer crafted a lasting legacy for his […] |
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In this lecture, Susan explores the fascinating story of how dyes were discovered, made, and used from the earliest times to the end of the 18th century. Susan will look at the social importance of certain colours including red, blue, and purple. The use of colour in textiles is a story that travels from Europe […]
Brunel changed the face of the British landscape with his ground-breaking projects including railways, bridges, tunnels, ships, and grand buildings. |
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Brunel changed the face of the British landscape with his ground-breaking projects including railways, bridges, tunnels, ships, and grand buildings. |
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This vibrant lecture reveals the pace of change, beginning with the last great developments in natural colours at the end of the 18th century. We visit the chief dye scientist of the Gobelins factory in Paris, Michel Chevreul, and explore the impact of the great international exhibitions where new developments were proudly displayed. The discovery […]
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While no longer a household name, the Dutch artist Hendrick Goltzius was regarded as a titan of printmaking for almost three centuries. To his contemporaries and subsequent generations, Goltzius’ contribution to the development of engraving could not be overestimated. Our journey into his life and oeuvre will include key examples by his hand and those […]
This vibrant lecture reveals the pace of change, beginning with the last great developments in natural colours at the end of the 18th century. We visit the chief dye scientist of the Gobelins factory in Paris, Michel Chevreul, and explore the impact of the great international exhibitions where new developments were proudly displayed. The discovery […] |
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Best known for his outlandish appearances dressed as his feminine alter ego, Claire, Sir Grayson Perry is now a core part of the art establishment, a Knight of the Realm, Turner Prize winner, Royal Academician, popular broadcaster and colourful character. Possibly one of the world’s best-known British contemporary artists, his ceramics, textiles, tapestries and prints […] |
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In his day, Albrecht Dürer was a larger-than-life figure. Through the high quality of his woodcutting, and the facility with which printed culture could be disseminated, Dürer became an international success. Not a stranger to a mode of self-fashioning that would sit comfortably in today’s social media channels, Dürer crafted a lasting legacy for his […]
This talk takes us from some of the earliest embroidery in this country from the 10th century through the height of English work, Opus Anglicanum to the embroidered outfits of our Tudor monarchs through to the seventeenth century when new design ideas arrived from India and China, and new techniques emerged such as raised embroidery, […] 
After Japan opened its doors to Europeans and Americans in 1854 the Japanese also visited the west at the international exhibitions in London, Paris and Philadelphia to show their work. This gave European artists the opportunity to explore the work of Japanese masters of paintings and woodcuts. This lecture shows how western artists from Van […] |
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In this lecture, Susan explores the fascinating story of how dyes were discovered, made, and used from the earliest times to the end of the 18th century. Susan will look at the social importance of certain colours including red, blue, and purple. The use of colour in textiles is a story that travels from Europe […]
After Japan opened its doors to Europeans and Americans in 1854 the Japanese also visited the west at the international exhibitions in London, Paris and Philadelphia to show their work. This gave European artists the opportunity to explore the work of Japanese masters of paintings and woodcuts. This lecture shows how western artists from Van […]
Brunel changed the face of the British landscape with his ground-breaking projects including railways, bridges, tunnels, ships, and grand buildings. |
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The world’s first underground railway has a unique heritage of architecture, ingenious design, powerful advertising posters and unique calligraphy. This talk plots the early development of the Underground, examines the legacy of Frank Pick and Charles Holden, looks at some of the iconic posters, and celebrates the award-winning architecture of the modern Tube in the […]
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Art Deco burst onto the world stage at the 1925 Paris Exposition, emerging from the shadows of the First World War with a bold new vision. One of the most influential design movements of the 20th century, Art Deco quickly became a global phenomenon—defined by streamlined forms, geometric elegance, and the spirit of the Machine […] |
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In this lecture we will discover the secret camouflage artists who helped protect Darwin and Northern Australia when under the threat of invasion. Artistic innovation provided low technology solutions. This is a story of crisscrossing boundaries between art and design, military science, biology and nature. Dates and Locations Thursday 26 March October 2026 Yarra (VIC) […]
In this lecture we will discover the secret camouflage artists who helped protect Darwin and Northern Australia when under the threat of invasion. Artistic innovation provided low technology solutions. This is a story of crisscrossing boundaries between art and design, military science, biology and nature. Dates and Locations Thursday 26 March October 2026 Yarra (VIC) […] |
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In the 1920s there wasn’t an Australian style in women’s dress. David Jones in 1921 advertised its “modestly priced reproductions and adaptations of Paris fashions.” Almost overnight, the arrival of an economic depression brought a serious tone to society. Women’s hemlines dropped, and the carefree age of the flapper was over. By the time Australia […] |
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Pieter will share his techniques for capturing extraordinary images for Sir David Attenborough and National Geographic from playful macaque monkeys to majestic cassowaries in Australia. From playful Macaque monkeys in China to majestic Cassowaries in Northern Australia, the lecture will be illustrated with segments from Pieter’s nature documentaries. Dates and Locations Wednesday 1 April 2026 […] |
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