This talk examines the rich artistic heritage that flourished as a result of the extensive trade network spanning from East Asia to the Mediterranean.Â
Video Category: Visual art
Marina Abramović, the cult of the hero
In this one hour talk we look at the work of the incredible charismatic Abramović, where life is art and art is life.
Superstar: What Andy Warhol know about contemporary celebrity
During this lecture we will discover the world of Andy Warhol’s art, offering insights into his profound understanding of the role of media in shaping contemporary celebrity culture.
Becoming a Better Creative Problem Solver through Steampunk Art and Design
This talk will give you insights on how to use opposite thinking in your passions, work and life based on examples from steampunk art and design.
Redefining Childhood in 18th-century art
In this lecture, we will discuss the transformative impact of philosopher Jean-Jacques Rousseau's ideas on the portrayal of children in art during the 18th century.
Sinister Satire: the Art of Pieter Bruegel
Delve into the amazing world of 16th-century Netherlands with an exploration of the masterful satire of Pieter Bruegel.
Entertainment through the Centuries: A History of Clowns
In this lecture we will travel back in time to the origin of the clown as an entertainment figure and as the icon of the travelling circuses.
The Art of Laughter
Netherlands produced many comical paintings during the Dutch Golden Age. This talk will examine numerous Dutch paintings reflecting humour.
Seriously Joking: Puns & Pranks in 20th Century Art
This talk delves into the fascinating intersection of humour and art, focusing on the use of puns and pranks in avant-garde movements of the 20th century.
Amsterdam’s Our Lord in the Attic Museum: Former Hidden Church
This talk will introduce this unique museum - Our Lord in the Attic -, the position of the Catholics during the ‘Golden Age of the Netherlands’, famous Catholic artists and so called Dutch tolerance and liberalism.