Onsite Talk: Art and Power in World History

Join acclaimed authors Katy Hessel and Simon Sebag-Montefiore for a thought-provoking and wide-ranging conversation that challenges institutions of power throughout history.

Talk

  • Monday, 21 November 2022 at V&A South Kensington

  • V&A South Kensington

  • Past event

+44 (0)20 7942 2000

  • V&A South Kensington

    Cromwell Road
    London, SW7 2RL

  • The Lydia and Manfred Gorvy Lecture Theatre

  • For Members

  • Tickets cost £15.00 - £18.00

    Includes wine reception.

Past Event
Onsite Talk: Art and Power in World History photo

Throughout the centuries, the story of art and history has been shaped by institutions of power. In this talk, Katy Hessel and Simon Sebag-Montefiore will challenge the bodies of power that exist throughout the history of art, culture, and society. Through the Renaissance, World Wars and contemporary politics, the talk will traverse themes of power, gender, family and the freedom of expression.

This talk will also be available for online viewing, book here.

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