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Conversational Yiddish for Beginners
1128 Wall Street, La Jolla, CA 92037 1128 Wall Street, CaliforniaSeven Decades of Contemporary Art Trends
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Bringing Color to Greek Antiquity: Polychrome Art and the Parthenon
Bringing Color to Greek Antiquity: Polychrome Art and the Parthenon
The Athenaeum is excited to present Katherine Schwab, PhD, an expert in the authentic aesthetics and representations of ancient Greek sculpture. Schwab will explore the evidence for color on ancient Greek sculpture and the use of both new and old technologies to aid our understanding of their original polychromatic appearance. The loss of original paint …
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Conversational Yiddish for Beginners
Conversational Yiddish for Beginners
This 6-session class will be focused on conversational Yiddish. You will learn everyday greetings and basics of Yiddish conversation, as well as a few simple Yiddish songs. When: Thursdays, starting on October 12, ending on November 16, 2023, 6:00-7:30 p.m. PT (8:00-9:30 p.m. CT, 9:00-10:30 p.m. ET). Cost: Early Bird (until September 28): $130 for …
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Seven Decades of Contemporary Art Trends
Seven Decades of Contemporary Art Trends
Art historian Cornelia Feye presents an art historical overview from mid-20th century to the present, recognizing geopolitical events reflected in the artwork. From post-war Abstract Expressionist Lee Krasner to street artist Banksy, the series covers major art movements, including color-field painting, assemblage, Conceptual art, and Earth art, to name a few. She concludes by discussing …
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