Painting the Christmas Story

About

Depictions of the Nativity and Adoration – both momentous events in the Christian story – abound in Western European art. Join Clare Ford-Wille as she traces these themes in a range of Wallace Collection paintings. Looking at key sources of these stories – the Bible and The Golden Legend – we’ll see how they inspired painters to create works which continue to astound and invite contemplation.

About the speaker: Clare Ford-Wille was an Associate Lecturer at Birkbeck College, University of London and lectures regularly for many institutions including the V&A, the National Trust, The Arts Society and the Art Fund as well as leading groups to places of art historical interest.

Take part at the museum: No ticket required, drop in on the day. Join us in the Theatre for this special talk.

Watch online: This talk will also be broadcast live from the museum. Book a free ticket online to receive a Zoom link. Ticketholders will also receive a link to view a recording of the talk, which will be available for two weeks only.