A Study Morning on the history, art & culture of the region encompassing Ljubljana & Trieste.
During the 19th and early 20th centuries, the Habsburgs controlled vast swathes of Central Europe, including modern-day Slovenia and parts of northern Italy.
Cultural historian Gavin Plumley will introduce the political and cultural history of the important cities in the region: Ljubljana and Trieste.
The two lectures will look at the crucial foundation of the railway line from Vienna, the importance of trade through the Adriatic and the national needs of the region’s people, he will introduce the artists and architects, poets and painters who helped secure a unique identity for the land they loved.
DOORS OPEN AT 10:00
10:30 - 11:30: Lecture - Carniola and the Karst
BREAK (Tea/coffee and cake/biscuits will be provided)
12:00 - 13:00: Lecture - Art and Culture in Ljubljana and Trieste
IMAGES: Ljubljana Castle (courtesy of Travel Editions). Poster for the Vienna - Trieste Railway (1898), detail from 'The Hay Harvest' and 'Indoor, Outdoor' (courtesy of the lecturer.)
How to book this event:
Please email tasswl.treasurer@gmail.com to book a place.
There is a fee of £35 per person to attend.
Booking is open to the general public.
THE ARTS SOCIETY ACCREDITED LECTURER
Mr Gavin Plumley
A writer and broadcaster. Appears on BBC Radio 3 and 4, and contributes to newspapers, magazines and opera and concert programmes. Lectures widely about the culture of Central Europe during the 19th and 20th centuries. Recent appearances include Klimt and The Kiss in cinemas worldwide, and talks for the Hay and Cheltenham Literature Festivals, the Royal Opera House, the National Gallery, the National Trust, the National Theatre, the British Museum and the V&A. His first book, A Home for All Seasons, is out now.
Please contact Gavin to discuss online lectures.
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