Queen Adelaide’s fabulous jewels are still worn by Royals today; wife to King William IV and Queen Victoria’s favourite aunt, we look forward to delving into her jewellery box in July. Susan will also make a return trip to Venice for an abundance of style and colour from influential designers in Venetian society.
Doors open 11am – the Talk starts 11.30am
£42.00 per person
Tea and Coffee on arrival
Complimentary Glass of Fizz and sandwich lunch after the talk
July
Saturday 13th, Wednesday 17th, Thursday 18th or Friday 26th
A Return to Magical Venice
In our second visit to Venice we will see an abundance of style and colour looking at the wonderful world of influential jewellers and glamorous ladies and their jewellery collections from the C18th to the present day. Venetian glass designer, Salviati, influenced not only Italian jewellery design but that of the British designer Robert Phillips of Cockspur Street. The works of Nardi and more contemporary designers will also be considered. From the influencers such as Countess Annina Morosini and Gabriele d’Annunzio who met at Café Florian to Giuliano Coen Camerino who created the elegant fashion label Roberta Di Camerino, we will delve into the world of glamour and sparkle so important in Venetian society.
July
Friday 12th or Thursday 25th
Queen Adelaide, the Quiet Queen of Style
The Royals are bringing out the classic jewels. In this talk we are delving into Queen Adelaide’s jewellery box. From a double wedding to a childless marriage and the best loved Aunt of Queen Victoria, Adelaide had a rather interesting life. Her jewels were made by the best designers, being classical and delightful in design and often worn by Royals today.
Lectures are individually priced at £42* and include tea or coffee on arrival
and a complimentary glass of fizz and sandwich lunch after the Talk.
The Gallery doors will open between 11am and 11.15am and the Talk will commence at 11.30am