Luigi Valadier – 18th Century Roman Silversmith at The Frick
A rare neoclassical style vase by Luigi Valadier,18th century Roman silversmith will go on show at The Frick Collection, NY, 31 October through 20 January 2019
Ancient Societies
Antique Tea Caddy – Thank God I Was Not Born Before Tea!
An unusual Regency period tea caddy caught my eye in Sydney in 2011, its shape and decoration revealing the interest which abounded in ancient Egypt at the time
AA&ADA Antique Fair, Sydney, 2018 – Art, Design and Living
Members of the Australian Antique & Art Dealers Association August 16 – 19 in Sydney will present a wondrous array of art, antiques, design & jewellery for sale
Karakorum: Memorable Medieval Musical Journey Par Excellence
The ABO deserved its standing ovation for Karakorum; a sublime experience of early music from the medieval Christian, Islamic and Eurasian worlds par excellence
Royal College of Physicians – Summer in the Medicinal Garden
Fancy a tour with gardens that are different? Spend a season of afternoons exploring medical plants & herbal medicines at the Royal College of Physicians London
Nedjemankh and His Gilded Coffin – Egyptian Art at The Met
The gilded coffin of Nedjemankh, a priest of ancient Egypt, will be displayed with seventy-other works at The Met Fifth Avenue New York, 20 July – 21 April 2019
Ashurbanipal: King of the World and Assyria – British Museum
Starting November 8 The British Museum will present I am Ashurbanipal: King of the World, King of Assyria showcasing his ability to read write & debate scholars
Mystery Road – Aaron Pederson & Judy Davis, Outback Art Noir
Greatly anticipated ABC TV Series Mystery Road with Aaron Pedersen and Judy Davis is visually sumptuous, as they go about solving the riddle of two missing boys
Tomb of Tutankhamun – Getty Conservation Institute Project
Getty Conservation Institute (GCI) has nearly completed its work at the Tomb of Tutankhamen in Egypt one of the most famous cultural heritage sites in the world
Mary Magdalene – The World Will Only Change as We Change
Released in Australia March 22, the movie Mary Magdalene tells the story of the important role she played in the adult life and crucifixion of Jesus of Nazareth
Quick Snippet: Cradle of Civilisation – At the Beginning
In the beginning the ancient Greek oral Poet Hesiod says, there was Khaos vast and dark – then Gaea, the deep-breasted earth and Eros, whose love softens hearts
Australia: Wiradjuri Country – The Drip & Hands on Rock
The Mudgee region of New South Wales is Wiradjuri country, with its beautiful bush-walk The Drip and age old stencils of hands on rock made by indigenous people
Scotland the Brave: A Tale of The Gael – Music Triumphant
Andrew McKinnon’s Scotland the Brave, a smash hit celebration of culture with as soloists soprano Mirusia and tenor Gregory Moore, wowed the crowd at Hamer Hall
Scythians: Warriors of Ancient Siberia – British Museum Show
A British Museum exhibition Scythians, Warriors of Ancient Siberia on show Sept 14, 2017 – January 14, 2018 will challenge us all to keep learning from the past
Wonder Woman – Princess Diana of Themyscira a Winning Wonder
Gal Gadot is in a different league as Wonder Woman, together with director Patty Jenkins they have elevated our heroine to superstar status – a winning wonder!
Buddha’s Smile – NGV Exhibition Review by Derek Parker
The NGV has brought together key works from its own collection for the exhibition Buddha’s Smile, ranging from centuries-old antiquities to contemporary works