07
October 2024

Canaletto in England

Welcome to The Arts Society Sandwich
Monday, October 7, 2024 - 19:00
The Guildhall Sandwich CT13 9AH
Online Event

Hear about this great Venetian artist and the work he produced during his stay in England.

In May 1746 the great Venetian artist Canaletto moved to England. During the next 9 years he created nearly 150 works of art showing us Georgian England. From the Lord Mayor's show and the construction of Westminster Bridge to the Vauxhall pleasure gardens, Eton College and Warwick Castle. 
 

The evening will be preceded by prize presentations to art students from sir Roger Manwoods School and Sandwich Technical College. 

Guests are always welcome.  No need to pre-book.  Pay £7 at the door. Arrive from 6:30 for a glass of wine and the lecture starts at 7 pm.

THE ARTS SOCIETY ACCREDITED LECTURER

Mr Andrew Davies

Extra-Mural Tutor for London, Essex and The Open University; Author of 9 books, including The East End Nobody Knows; frequent contributor to radio and television; has lectured all over the world; organises walks to complement his lectures.