Talks Club: Animal Jewels and Animals in Art

Explore the fascinating world of animals in jewellery and art with Adrian Dickens of Circa AD Jewels (personal jeweller and ArtsNational lecturer) and Kenneth Park (historian, curator, ArtsNational lecturer and cultural ambassador).

Through two engaging talks, discover how animals have inspired artists, jewellers and collectors for centuries.

Adrian Dickens explores the symbolism, beauty and craftsmanship of animal jewellery, featuring jewel-encrusted creatures and their owners. Learn how animal motifs have expressed status, personality, affection and style throughout history.

Kenneth Park examines the depiction of animals in art, exploring their roles as symbols, subjects and companions across diverse periods and artistic traditions.

Ideal for lovers of jewellery, art, history, design and the natural world.