# Event Details - **Event Name**: Spice, Salvation and Skeletons: Foundations of The Dutch Golden Age - **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 15 Jul, 2026 at 10:45 am – Wed, 15 Jul, 2026 at 03:30 pm (+01:00) - **Event Description**: How an economic miracle, religious toleration and a scientific revolution formed the backdrop to an upsurge in creativity in the visual artsAbout this EventThe Dutch Golden Age of the 17th century, one of the most vibrant periods of western art, displayed the talents of Rembrandt, Vermeer and Hals among many much-loved artists. This series of three lectures will show how an economic miracle, religious toleration and a scientific revolution formed the backdrop to an upsurge in creativity in the visual arts. Familiar masterpieces will be seen in a new light and lesser known works will be unveiled as we explore the themes of trade, tolerance and technology to reveal the foundations of the Dutch Golden Age.Lecture One - SpiceSumptuous still-life paintings depicting peppercorn and cinnamon hint at the crucial role played by trade in the Golden Age. Dominance of global trade and the import of exotic goods created a middle class with money to spend on art. Demand for portraits, landscapes and scenes of everyday life led to virtually every Dutch house having pictures on the wall. The wealth of the Dutch will be explored through their art from the viewpoint of painters and patrons.Lecture Two - SalvationThe sober and uniform dress in Dutch portraits conceals an extraordinary diversity of religions and a unique experiment in toleration. Religious conflict had been at the root of the Dutch Republic, with many protestants settling there to escape persecution in the southern Netherlands. Artists and craftsmen joined the exodus, including the family of Frans Hals. Catholic churches had been stripped of art and painters developed new secular subjects to fill the void in religious commissions left by the Calvinist takeover.Lecture Three - SkeletonsRembrandt’s famous anatomy lesson pictures show the Dutch Republic at the forefront of a scientific revolution. Breakthroughs in medicine, botany and microscopy are portrayed by many artists, reflecting the Republic’s role in the early European enlightenment. This lecture will chart the way knowledge was visualised at the frontier of art and science. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/3de63ae0-08d9-11f1-a70f-b15bde9c1f1d-rimg-w730-h740-dc332c2a-gmir.jpg Biography:Rupert Dickens is an art historian based in south London with a special interest in Dutch and Flemish 16th and 17th century painting. He works at the Wallace Collection as a guide conducting public and private tours and lecturing on aspects of the collection. Rupert has accompanied groups on art-themed tours to the Netherlands, Belgium, France, Austria and Italy. He has lectured to large audiences on subjects as diverse as the game of chess in art and Madame de Pompadour’s artistic patronage in 18th century France. He studied art history at Birkbeck College before undertaking a Masters in Dutch Golden Age Studies at University College London. Before that Rupert had a 26-year career as a BBC journalist ending as an editor in radio news. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/3e200f90-08d9-11f1-8e72-eb9923d9d6b2-rimg-w607-h740-dcd78d63-gmir.jpg Agenda🕑: 10:45 AM - 03:30 PMSpice, Salvation & Skeletons: Foundations of The Dutch Golden AgeHost: Rupert Dickens🕑: 10:30 AM - 10:45 AMRegistration🕑: 10:45 AM - 11:45 AMLecture One : Spice🕑: 11:45 AM - 12:15 PMCoffee Break (coffee not included)🕑: 12:15 PM - 01:15 PMLecture Two: Salvation🕑: 01:15 PM - 02:15 PMLunch Break (lunch not included)🕑: 02:15 PM - 03:15 PMLecture Three: Skeletons🕑: 03:15 PM - 03:30 PMQuestions - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/london/spice-salvation-and-skeletons-foundations-of-the-dutch-golden-age/100001982076707789 - **Event Categories**: Art, fine-arts, Workshops - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 40, max: 40, currency: GBP ## Event venue details - **city**: London - **state**: EN - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: The Concert Artistes Association - **lat**: 51.51077269999999 - **long**: -0.1250321 - **full address**: The Concert Artistes Association, 20 Bedford Street, London, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Spice, Salvation and Skeletons: Foundations of The Dutch Golden Age - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/8a11358add0389d9cba3b7034d8f83e3830bdb8f7da71123c23c10a1d276270e-rimg-w560-h699-dc1a1a14-gmir.jpg?v=1770986492 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Spice, Salvation and Skeletons: Foundations of The Dutch Golden Age being held? - **A:** Spice, Salvation and Skeletons: Foundations of The Dutch Golden Age takes place on Wed, 15 Jul, 2026 at 10:45 am to Wed, 15 Jul, 2026 at 03:30 pm at The Concert Artistes Association, 20 Bedford Street, London, United Kingdom. - **Q**: How much do tickets cost for Spice, Salvation and Skeletons: Foundations of The Dutch Golden Age? - **A:** Tickets for Spice, Salvation and Skeletons: Foundations of The Dutch Golden Age are priced at GBP 40 per person. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilityGeneral AdmissionGBP 40Available - **Q**: Who is organizing Spice, Salvation and Skeletons: Foundations of The Dutch Golden Age? - **A:** Spice, Salvation and Skeletons: Foundations of The Dutch Golden Age is organized by The Arts Society. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Spice, Salvation and Skeletons: Foundations of The Dutch Golden Age is ideal for art lovers, trade professionals, collectors, and exhibition enthusiasts exploring the latest in their field. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in London, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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