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Brecknock
Decorative & Fine Arts Society

Ross
Decorative & Fine Arts Society

The History of the Skyscraper

Anthea Streeter
Studied Fine and Decorative Arts in London and then at Harvard where she became interested in American Design and 20th Century architecture. Since returning from America she has lectured extensively

The Stone of Heaven: The story of Chinese Jade

Ms Hanne Sutcliffe
Extensive lecturing to museums, art and antique societies. Lectured in Europe, Australia and USA. Guest lecturer on annual tours to China and eight research tours since 1978. Catalogue publication Chinese Ceramics at Lotherton Hall Museum. Extra-mural lecturer at Leeds University, Harrogate College and Rossett Centre. Council Member of Oriental Ceramic Society

Queen of Sheba: Empress or Enigma:?

Mr Christopher Bradley
Expert in the history and culture of the Middle East and North Africa. As a professional tour guide and lecturer he has led groups throughout Africa, the Middle East and Asia. Has written extensively on Arabia and is the author of The Discovery Guide to Yemen, Insight Guide to the Silk Road and 2006 Berlitz Guide to Libya. As a photographer has pictures represented by four photographic libraries. A broad range of lecturing experience, including to the Royal Geographical Society and the Royal Institute of British Architects. As a film producer and cameraman he has made documentaries for the BBC, National Geographic TV and Channel 4.

Unwrapping the Christmas Story: Paintings, Prose and Poetry

Iran Land of Great Kings, Shahs and Ayatollahs

Mr John Osbourne
Graduated in Classics at Cambridge University. Taught Classics at Marlborough College for over thirty years. Worked for the British Council in Iran and Turkey, and lectures in Islamic Civilisation. Tutor, Marlborough College Summer School. Lecturer, Department of Continuing Education, University of Bath. Guide at Salisbury Cathedral. Lecturer on cruises and leader of several study tours to Bulgaria, Greece, Italy, Iran and Turkey.

12th February

AGM at 10.30 followed by...

Symbolism of Flowers in Art

Dr Celia Fisher
History teacher in Africa and Hong Kong. Research Assistant, Africa Section, Foreign Office, Asst. Scientific Officer Kew Gardens. PhD (Courtauld) for thesis on flowers in Ghent-Bruges manuscripts. Lectures and publications, which include books for the National Gallery and the British Library that concentrate on the identifications and meanings of plants in art

Treasures and Curiosities from the Royal Library at Windsor

Mr Oliver Everett
Foreign Office, 1967-78; Assistant Private Secretary to the Prince of Wales, 1978-80; Private Secretary to Diana, Princess of Wales, 1981-83. Librarian, Royal Library, Windsor Castle, 1984-2002. Now Librarian Emeritus following retirement, 2002. Wrote the official guidebook on Windsor Castle and articles on the Royal Library. Helped with two books on aspects of the Royal Collection. Lectures widely in Britain, abroad and on cruise ships.

Arms and the Man: Heraldry Old and New

Mr Peter Dewar
An Accountant by profession. Also a researcher - Heraldry Consultant to Christie's, many times, Falkland Pursuivant Extraordinary to the Court of the Lord Lyon King of Arms in Edinburgh, genealogist. Editor of Burke's Landed Gentry of Scotland. Has lectured widely in UK, US, Australia, New Zealand and South Africa. Trustee of Institute of Heraldic and Genealogical Studies and past Chairman of the Association of Genealogists and Records Agents. Chairman of National Trust for Scotland, London Members' Centre

14th May

Henry VIII - The story of the Abraham Tapestries at Hampton Court Palace

Ms Sue Jackson
Originally in art and design publishing (Phaidon and Yale University Press), now lectures for the National Trust, U3A, City Literary Institute. A qualified Blue Badge Guide, she gives guided walks on various themes and has published work on the lost world of the River Fleet

See Outings for the tour which compliments this presentation

L.S. Lowry: A Visionary Artist

Mr Michael Howard
Lecturer at Manchester Metropolitan University; wide experience of lecturing and author of books on Lowry, Goya, Whistler, the Impressionists, Monet, Cezanne etc. Exhibitor at RA, practising artist and printmaker.

Taking a Likeness: The Art of the 18th Century Portrait

Ms Lizzie Darbyshire
Studied for Masters degree at the Courtauld Institute of Art. Wide experience as freelance lecturer in History of Art, working with fine arts societies and art festivals and at art galleries and museums throughout the country and abroad. Involved with the Living Paintings Trust in an editorial capacity. Has lived in London, Paris and Moscow

Pearls before Swine? The Long History of a Royal Necklace

Ms Jane Kelsall
Lecturer and Cathedral guide at St Albans since 1977. Studied at St Albans School of Art. Graduate in English and History. Guidebook author.

Fakes and Forgeries: The Art of Deception

Malcolm Kenwood

Ancient Faces: Flinders-Petrie and the Mummy Portraits of Roman Egypt
Dr Paul Roberts

An Artist's response to Snow

Ann Clements

The Tradescants-Plant: Art Collectors and Gardners of the 17th Century
Malcolm Kenwood

Now You See It. Now You Don't

Bertie Pearce

Meissen Porcelain

Jane Gardiner

Rachel Whiteread

Linda Smith

The Great Twelve: An introduction to the Senior Livery Companies of London, their medieval origins and their role in modern society
Fenella Billington

William Holman Hunt

Michael Wheeler

Charles Darwin and the voyage of HMS Beagle

James Taylor

From Joinery to Cabinet Making

Janusz Karczewski-Slowikowski