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The painted images on Greek terracotta vessels can inspire the onlooker to play a game of finding and weaving a hidden message behind and beyond what is apparent to the eye. This lecture will explore a handful of the ancient Greek vases on view in the Hall of Antiquities in the Legion of Honor to unlock “surprises.”
Part of the Museums' Public Programs: A Closer Look celebrating the Legion of Honor's Centennial on 11 November 2024. Cosponsored by the Ancient Art Council.
About Programs at the Ancient Art Council
Programs are varied and include such activities as lectures by noted archaeologists, museum curators, and ancient art historians; exclusive tours of the Museum’s permanent collection and special exhibitions; fund-raising events; and travel programs to ancient sites and other museums. Members also receive invitations from related organizations to attend lectures ad exhibition openings. Your annual membership dues and contributions will assist in furthering the Ancient Art collection at the Fine Arts Museums.
PROGRAM
May 10, 2025 at 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM (Canada | US Pacific Time)
Surprises in Ancient Vase Painting: Never a Dull Moment
Gunn Theater | Legion of Honor (open seating) OR Livestream (FAMSF YouTube)
Presented by Louise Chu Associate Curator, Ancient Art, Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco
Admission:
Lecture is free and open to the public.
This is a hybrid program:
IN PERSON: Gunn Theater, 100 - 34th Avenue, Lincoln Park, San Francisco, CA 94121. Seating is limited and unassigned. Doors open at 12:15 pm.
LIVE STREAM: Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qh3ASMlb0lY
