Glasgow Antiques and Fine Arts Society: Visions of Vesuvius - Vesuvius and Naples in Art
Join Glasgow Antiques and Fine Arts Society for Visions of Vesuvius an 'explosive' lecture exploring British connections with the dramatic volcanic backdrop to the city of Naples.
About Glasgow Antiques and Fine Arts Society: Visions of Vesuvius - Vesuvius and Naples in Art
| 19th November 2025 | |
| 10.30am - 11.30am | |
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Trades Hall of Glasgow 85 Glassford Street, Glasgow City Centre G1 1UH |
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| Free for members | |
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An ‘explosive’ lecture that starts and continues with a visual bang, exploring British connections with the dramatic volcanic backdrop to the city of Naples. From the 18th century onwards, it was the British who became the most enthusiastic of all volcano visitors, climbing the slopes during eruptions, and studying the newly-discovered cities of Pompeii and Herculaneum, buried by the eruption of AD79. The cast of characters involved in the story – both residents and visiting artists – is almost as colourful as the volcano itself.
Dr Patricia Andrew’s principal career was in museums and galleries. She now works as a writer and lecturer, speaking regularly for the National Galleries of Scotland and many other organisations such as the Arts Society. She has lived and worked in Italy, and returns frequently when cruise-lecturing in the Mediterranean. And she has, of course, been up Vesuvius!
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