‘Revisiting the Ancient Mediterranean World at the British Museum: Wonder and the Marvellous’ (ICS/British Museum)

TIME: 4:00PM - 6:30PM

DATE: Wednesday, April 15th 2026

VENUE: Senate House

Register now for upcoming ICS-BM Seminar: ‘Revisiting the Ancient Mediterranean World at the British Museum: Wonder and the Marvellous’

Wednesday 15 April, 4.00pm

In person at Senate House

 

This seminar will explore current research on the theme of wonder (thauma), and how it offers a vital framework for thinking about craft production, description, and sensorial experiences in the ancient Mediterranean.  Particular focus will be given to the importance of radiance and illumination, and in turn how display strategies in museum galleries and other settings can inspire wonder and amazement among today’s audiences.

Panellists include:

Jessica Lightfoot, University of Birmingham Ruth Bielfeldt, Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität Munich Jeremy Tanner, University College London Juan de Lara, University of Oxford

See here for full details and link to register.

 

Note: this is not a Classical Association event – please contact the organisers directly with any enquiries.