The Pre-Raphaelite Podcast

The Solomon Family

We are pleased to welcome Dr Roberto Ferrari, Curator of Art Properties at Columbia University to the Podcast. Roberto gives us an excellent overview of the fascinating Solomon family including the life and times of Simeon, Rebecca and Abraham. The Solomon's were an important part of the Pre-Raphaelite story and their legacies continue to provide valuable contributions  to Jewish history, women's history and queer history. 
 
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Art for All by All

The release of this episode coincides with the auction of Marie Spartali Stillman's 'The Old Barn' which is happening today (29th March 2023). Hannah Squire talks to Anita Houghton about the important project 'Art for All by All'. The project aims to encourage public galleries to diversify their displays and collections to ensure fairer representation of women and minority groups. To find out more about the project please see the website at: www.artforallbyall.org
 
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Pre-Raphaelite Sisters

To celebrate the release of the wonderful book 'Pre-Raphaelite Sisters: Art, Poetry and Female Agency in Victorian Britain', we are delighted to welcome the editors Glenda Youde and Robert Wilkes to the podcast. This ground-breaking book was inspired by the recent 'Pre-Raphaelite Sisters' exhibition and contains a number of essays that explore new ways of exploring the lives and works of women involved in the world of Pre-Raphaelitism. 
 
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The Manchester Connection: Annie Swynnerton, Isabel Dacre and the Suffrage Movement (Part 2)

PART 2: In this two-part special edition to mark International Women's Day, we are delighted to welcome renowned author and Suffrage researcher Elizabeth Crawford. With a focus on the Manchester Art Gallery, Elizabeth Crawford chats to Hannah Squire about Annie Swynnerton and Isabel Dacre. Both artists had important connections to the Pre-Raphaelites and the Women's Suffrage movement. 
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The Manchester Connection: Annie Swynnerton, Isabel Dacre and the Suffrage Movement (Part 1)

In this two-part special edition to mark International Women's Day, we are delighted to welcome renowned author and Suffrage researcher Elizabeth Crawford. With a focus on the Manchester Art Gallery, Elizabeth Crawford chats to Hannah Squire about Annie Swynnerton and Isabel Dacre. Both artists had important connections to the Pre-Raphaelites and the Women's Suffrage movement. 
 
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Nature, Space and Place

We delighted to welcome Jordan Walsh back to the Pre-Raphaelite Podcast. Today Jordan talks to Karl about his research exploring the themes of Religion and Nature. This episode centres on space and place in Pre-Raphaelitism, drawing on eco-criticism, Gothic and the Sublime. Let's welcome in the Spring! 
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Stanley Spencer’s Pre-Raphaelite Influences

Dr Amy Lim speaks to us from the Stanley Spencer Gallery about the influences of the Pre-Raphaelites on Stanley Spencer's work. Concentrating on the themes of religion and nature, we discover some surprising overlaps through early Italian influences, the writings of Ruskin and a commitment to truthful depiction. 
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Dreams and Stories: Modern Pre-Raphaelite Visionaries 1880-1930

Live from the Watts Gallery, Hannah is joined by curators Dr Lauren MacCulloch and Dr Alice Eden to explore the exhibition 'Dreams and Stories: Modern Pre-Raphaelite Visionaries'. Largely focusing on the 'third generation' of Pre-Raphaelitism, the exhibition features wonderful works by Frederick Cayley Robinson, Marianne Stokes, Thomas Cooper Gotch and Margaret Gere.
 
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Staging Christina Rossetti’s ’Goblin Market’

Kath Burlinson speaks to us about adapting Rossetti's sensuous and magical 'Goblin Market' for the stage. Kath talks us through the scripting, costumes and music, but also how to navigate and retain the multiple meanings and readings of the poem in a stage production.
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Curating at Wightwick Manor with Hannah Squire

Hannah and Karl return to Wightwick Manor for a live recording. As well as being a founding member of the Pre-Raphaelite Podcast team, Hannah is museum professional and curator who has a long association with Wightwick. Hannah speaks about her career, interests and experiences curating exhibitions of Elizabeth Siddall and Evelyn De Morgan's work.
 
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