Speaker: David Brauer, senior lecturer, Glassell School of Art
Prior to the modern period, the function of paintings was to
tell stories, and those who commissioned the paintings knew the
stories. This lecture focuses on biblical, mythological, and
literary stories depicted in Dutch and French paintings of the
17th century. Presented in conjunction with the Blaffer and
European collections at the MFAH. Tickets are required for this
lecture. Secure your seats and buy tickets in advance! Tickets
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