***Register for the entire Europe's 6 Greatest Museums series by clicking here. All webinars in this series will remain active for one week after the series finale***
While Europe is filled with its fair share of incredible art museums, a couple stand out for containing some of the greatest masterpieces in all of Western art. What makes these works of art so important, and why are they 'must sees' when visiting the collection? From Ancient Greeks to contemporary times — and well-known works to little-known gems — it's time to dive into six of Europe's most renowned Western art museums and discover some of their most outstanding works of art.
Join New York Adventure Club for a six-part series that explores Europe’s six greatest museums and six of their greatest pieces of Western art that are considered some of humanity's most important. In Part Four, we'll focus on the Uffizi in Florence. This museum not only houses some of the most important works of art that propelled a new art historical period after the Middle Ages, but also — to this day — is the most important repository of artist’s self portraits.
Led by art historian, museum educator, and NYC lecturer Mariska Beekenkamp-Wladimiroff, this art-centric virtual journey through Europe's greatest Western art masterpieces will feature:
- An introductory history of the Uffizi Gallery building and collection
- A close look at six seminal works: Adoration of the Magi by Andrea Mantegna (1462) | The Duke and Duchess of Urbino by Piero Della Francesca (1472) | The Birth of Venus by Alessandro Botticelli (1480) | The Madonna with the Long Neck by Parmigianino (1540) | Venus of Urbino by Titian (1538) | Self Portrait by Rosalba Carriera (1715)
- Behind-the-scenes information on each of these works of art, including the makers of these works of art, the art historical period, the original context and place of display, the story being told, the importance in the development of the arts and for future artists, and some fun facts
Afterward, we'll have a Q&A with Mariska — any and all questions are welcomed and encouraged!
Can't make it live? Don't worry, you'll have access to the full replay for one week after the entire series concludes!
See you there, virtually!
*Immediately upon registering, you will receive a separate, automated email containing the link to join this webinar
**For the best possible viewing experience, please ensure you're using the latest version of your internet browser
***A full replay of the experience will be available to all registered guests for up to a week after the series finale
****If the event has already passed, but it's been less than a week since the series finale, you can still register for it on our website's active replay section!
About Mariska
Mariska is a Social Psychologist by trade but took up her love for the arts again after the birth of her children.
Heavily pregnant with number 3, Mariska finished her MA at the Courtauld Institute of Art in London, in Dutch Baroque Art. Soon after this she was lucky enough to lecture for the most wonderful group of students. She decided this was what she wanted to do and set up Art Historical London offering art historical lectures, courses, tours, travel and events from London and Amsterdam, and since 2020 online.
Fully accredited in the UK to teach the over 16, Mariska also lectures for NAFDAS, an arts education society with members in the UK and Mainland Europe, New Zealand and Australia. She is a lecturer with the public program of the Dulwich Picture Gallery in London, and can provide live, online and recorded lectures for groups or individuals.
Europe's Six Greatest Museums Series
Part 1: The Louvre, Paris (Monday, April 8)
Part 2: The Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam (Monday, April 15)
Part 3: The Prado, Madrid (Monday, April 22)
Part 4: The Uffizi, Florence (Monday, April 29)
Part 5: The National Gallery, London (Monday, May 6)
Part 6: The Vatican Museums, Rome (Monday, May 13)
Disclaimer
By attending a New York Adventure Club experience, you accept our terms of service.
Categories: Virtual, Art & Entertainment
