What relevance do conservatories have in the modern world? … Maybe the right question is… why are they so relevant in today’s world?!
We hope you plan to join us this Monday for an illuminating discussion to delve into
the enchanting world of Conservatories and their relevance in the modern world!
Monday, May 13, 2024 at 1:00 pm
Afternoon tea to follow
Location: The Bruce Museum, Greenwich, CT
Richard Barley, Director of Horticulture, Learning & Operations at Kew Gardens said it well in the Foreward of The Conservatory: Gardens Under Glass:
“The world’s great glasshouses are the emblematic products of periods of great creativity and innovation. In addition to being stunning architectural creations that allow us to experience the floras and environments of places far different from our own, they provide us with insights into the cultural development of our societies and communities.”
Conservatories, while beautiful architecturally, can take on many forms. They are magical, delightful, otherworldly spaces so different from any other room you have experienced; a place that winter and cold can never touch but stays in a state of constant bloom. By studying the intersection of cultural and social movements with the technological advances of the time, we discover the many ways that the glass conservatories of the Victorians still touch us today.
As part of the 2024 educational series hosted by the Greenwich Decorative Arts Society, Alan and Nancy will share insights from their publication, “The Conservatory: Gardens Under Glass“, taking you on a journey through architectural design like never before. In this 1 hour session hosted by the Greenwich Decorative Arts Society, discover the rich history and captivating allure of these glass sanctuaries, from their early artistic inspiration by renowned painters like Édouard Manet and James Jacques Joseph Tissot to their modern-day embodiment as architectural marvels adorned with intricate botanical displays and stunning glass-blown artistry by talents like Dale Chihuly.
SEATS ARE LIMITED! To learn more about the presentation and purchase tickets, contact Sally Saunders with the Greenwich Decorative Arts Society at greenwichdecorativearts@gmail.com or visit their website.