ONLINE ArtTalk - Paris: The Art of the City - Starts Wed 2nd February 2022 at 2pm
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Speaker: Martin Beek
Wed 2nd February 2pm - 3:15pm - Paris (Part 1)
Wed 9th February 2pm - 3:15pm - Paris (Part 2)
(UK time)
ArtTalk Details
Following on from others in 'The Art of the City' series, this fascinating two-part talk will look at the art of Paris.
Paris (part 1)
The Louvre is possibly the greatest museum in Europe with paintings that are among the most celebrated in western art. In part one part in looks at Paris in art up until 1850. Martin covers many of the paintings that directly connect with the history of Paris and its establishment as the leading city for art in the nineteenth century.
Paris (part 2)
Martin examines some of the highlights of Paris from 1850 onwards the great paintings of the impressionists, and Musée d'Orsay. The studios artists atelier the Rodin museum. Pompidou Centre and modern art.
Using original photographs of many of the superb artworks taken at art galleries, museums, studios and churches, Martin will point up some of the most significant artists and characters that have shaped these places over centuries. Whilst well known art will be included, it is hoped that some of the lesser known delights will also be illuminated for you.
Where possible Martin will use the artists own perceptions and visions of these places and the locations that inspired their art. As always Martin sets the art in its historical context and links it with the events that shaped the modern world. He will also provide a list of helpful books and links to further explore on a PDF following each talk.
Each talk will last for 60 minutes, followed by an open Q&A session.
Wed 2nd February 2pm - 3:15pm - Paris (Part 1)
Wed 9th February 2pm - 3:15pm - Paris (Part 2)
(UK time)
ArtTalk Details
Following on from others in 'The Art of the City' series, this fascinating two-part talk will look at the art of Paris.
Paris (part 1)
The Louvre is possibly the greatest museum in Europe with paintings that are among the most celebrated in western art. In part one part in looks at Paris in art up until 1850. Martin covers many of the paintings that directly connect with the history of Paris and its establishment as the leading city for art in the nineteenth century.
Paris (part 2)
Martin examines some of the highlights of Paris from 1850 onwards the great paintings of the impressionists, and Musée d'Orsay. The studios artists atelier the Rodin museum. Pompidou Centre and modern art.
Using original photographs of many of the superb artworks taken at art galleries, museums, studios and churches, Martin will point up some of the most significant artists and characters that have shaped these places over centuries. Whilst well known art will be included, it is hoped that some of the lesser known delights will also be illuminated for you.
Where possible Martin will use the artists own perceptions and visions of these places and the locations that inspired their art. As always Martin sets the art in its historical context and links it with the events that shaped the modern world. He will also provide a list of helpful books and links to further explore on a PDF following each talk.
Each talk will last for 60 minutes, followed by an open Q&A session.