Did you miss my October 7th art history talk at the Scarsdale Library? If so, you can now watch the full recording below, A Magnificent Menagerie: Animals in Art.
Join me for a delightful journey through art history’s most memorable creatures. You may never look at animals in art the same way again!
Featuring Animals in Art Through the Ages
From prehistoric cave bulls to Tang Dynasty ceramics, animals have always inspired artists. Later, in the Middle Ages, they appeared in illuminated bestiaries. Moving forward, we see them in Degas’ racehorses and Jamie Wyeth’s pig. Today, they even show up as beloved stars of Instagram feeds.
Across time, animals have been featured not only in paintings but also in sculpture, architecture, children’s books, advertising, movies and more. Often, they serve as symbols, companions, and sources of joy.
Special thanks to David for suggesting this meaty topic, and to Claudette who encouraged my first talk on A Bite-Size View of Food in Art at the Scarsdale Library. I appreciate your support and inspiration.
Finally, thank you to the Scarsdale Library for hosting this event and supporting the arts in our community. It was a joy to share this talk in such a welcoming space. Plus the library features a large format screen so we can see details. In addition, the large screen allows for multiple images, stimulating a visual dialog.
You can also view my talk from the library website.
I hope you’ll join me in celebrating the fascinating role animals play in art across cultures and centuries by watching today.
