Black History Month: Perseus and Andromeda – The Wallace Collection
Discover a new perspective on one of Titian’s most celebrated mythological paintings with a special Black History Month talk at The Wallace Collection.
Taking place in the museum’s Great Gallery, this 15-minute talk with speaker Amy Chang will explore Perseus and Andromeda, one of a series of large mythological works commissioned from Titian by King Philip II of Spain. The Wallace Collection
Alongside the Greek myth behind the painting, the talk will consider how changing ideas around beauty and race have shaped Titian’s portrayal of Andromeda and influenced interpretations of the work from the sixteenth century through to the present day.
The event takes place on Wednesday 7 October 2026 from 1pm–1.15pm. Places are limited and will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis on the day.
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