Alexander Roslin, Swedish 1718–1793, Portrait of Catherine II, 1776–77, oil on canvas, 271.0 x 189.5 cm, The State Hermitage Museum, St Petersburg Acquired, 1918 (Inv. № ГЭ-1316)
Catherine and her art collection played a vital role defining Russian nationhood in a time of drastic social, political and cultural changes. Even now, the State Hermitage Museum’s exquisite collection and iconic architecture is linked to understandings of Russian identity. Join visiting international and Australian specialists as they explore the relationship between art collections, the buildings that house them, nationhood and cultural identity.
Speakers
Senior Curator Maria Menshikova, Department of Oriental Art and Culture of the State Hermitage Museum
Assistant Professor Tijana Vujosevic, University of Western Australia; and Professor
Professor Jennifer Milam, University of Sydney.
Date: Saturday 1st August, 2–5pm
Venue: NGV International, Ground level, Clemenger BBDO Auditorium
Tickets: $30 academic, student and concession / $35 Adult / $28 NGV Member, includes light refreshments
Book online at ngv.vic.gov.au