Join us in the stunning surroundings of Haselbury Mill for a delicious 2-course lunch prepared using the very best local, seasonal ingredients. After lunch, we’ll be joined by art historian Richard Kay for a lecture about some of the art world’s greatest mysteries.
How much can you learn from a picture? How often are artists’ intentions misunderstood? We look at 12 pictures, each with a puzzling content, a perplexing history or a surprising outcome. Ranging from Leonardo da Vinci to Banksy, this talk shows that pictures can sometimes offer us much more than meets the eye - and sometimes much less.
This lecture is suitable for all.
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Richard Kay has been an auction house picture specialist since 1987, beginning his career at Sotheby’s after university (where he read Art History). He has worked at Lawrences Auctioneers in Crewkerne since 1999. For thirty years he has much enjoyed contributing articles to magazines as well as giving talks and lectures to groups and societies of all sizes in the West Country and further afield.
Click here to find out more about Richard Kay and his other available courses
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Haselbury Mill is nestled in the Somerset countryside with a meandering river, tranquil lake and 14-acres of glorious gardens. With three historically listed buildings and their Magnificent Tithe barn, it is truly a location steeped in history with a timeless charm.
Most bedrooms are wheelchair accessible, but please do let us know when booking if you do require an accessible room to ensure we make your stay as comfortable as possible.
There is plenty of free parking on site.
The postcode is TA18 7NY
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Just an open mind and plenty of enthusiasm!
