Taking one mythological work from each of the three major Italian cities; Venice, Florence, and Rome, Helen will explore the extraordinary secrets of Renaissance marriage. Giorgione’s Sleeping Venus, Botticelli’s Primavera and Raphael’s Galatea show the differences between each city, their attitudes towards brides, ideals of love and even bizarre anatomical beliefs. With such a focused analysis of just three works of art, the talk will uncover the politics, personalities, and sex lives of the Renaissance rich and famous. Many images contain nudity, and the talk includes the topics of conception, sexual violence, and masturbation.
THE ARTS SOCIETY ACCREDITED LECTURER
Miss Helen Oakden
Helen is the Head of the History of Art Department at St Mary’s School Ascot. She studied at Manchester University and achieved her Masters’ Degree in architectural history from the Courtauld Institute of Art. Based in London she has previously worked for the Royal Academy and National Gallery, as well as leading specialised art history courses across Italy.
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