Rubens and changing ideals of beauty
- Tuesday, 12 November 2024
- Thursday, 16 January 2025
About
There's a lot of nudity in Rubens's mythological and biblical paintings. The women he painted are very often powerful and beautiful, curvaceous and voluptuous. Yet, for all their sensuality and sexuality, Rubens's ideal of female beauty is not the same as that of the 21st century.
Join art historian Matthew Morgan on a tour of the Gallery's collection of works by Rubens to consider his admiration of the female form, and what might have changed in contemporary ideals.
Your host
Dr Matthew Morgan is a freelance art historian, educator and museum professional. He has been the Museum Director of Turner's House, and he is also an Associate Lecturer at Birkbeck, University of London. He has worked in the heritage sector for 10 years, including at the Royal Collection, the National Gallery and the Wallace Collection. Prior to that he was a Director in Christie’s Valuation Department. He has contributed to TV documentaries, podcasts, radio shows and has lectured widely across the country and made a series of short films which can be seen on YouTube.
A journey into the collection...
Rubens and changing ideals of beauty
- Tuesday, 12 November 2024
- Thursday, 16 January 2025
Tickets
Members: £20
This is a Members' exclusive event. Please show your membership card and ticket to gain entry to the event.
Please meet at the Getty Desk located in Annenberg Court for registration and to collect your headset (optional but recommended).
