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Studies in Extremes―From Beheadings to Geographies of the Soul

  • Athenaeum Music & Arts Library 1008 Wall Street La Jolla, CA 92037 (map)

Presented by Linda Blair

In-person:

Thursday, November 11, 2021

7:30 PM


Contained within just one century, the pendulum of art careened from the mysterious serenity of Vermeer to the shocking ferocity of Caravaggio's beheadings; the lusty sensuality of Rubens to the intelligent rectitude of Velázquez; Frans Hals’ jump-out-of-the-canvas lively personalities to Rembrandt’s profound penetration of the soul.

About Linda Blair:

Linda Blair has taught art history for many years, at the La Jolla Athenaeum and UC San Diego Osher; she was a docent at The Cloisters. She holds a BA from Mills College and an MA from USD. She is an active volunteer at UC San Diego, dedicated to raising scholarship funds.  

The lectures will be in person at the Athenaeum Music & Arts Library. There are no physical tickets for these events. Your name will be on an attendee list at the front door. Doors open at 7 p.m. Seating is first-come; first-served. These events will be presented in compliance with State of California and County of San Diego health regulations as applicable at the time of each lecture. Face coverings are required for attendees, regardless of vaccination status. Event capacity is limited to 70% for now.

Earlier Event: November 10
Children's Storytime
Later Event: November 12
PEEC Youth Arts