Show Notes
The Social Life of Silver
Today we dive into the fascinating world of art, culture, and history with an amazing guests. I'm your host, Roz, and I'm delighted to be joined today by Anne Harbers, art historian extraordinaire.
Anne Harbers received her M. Art History and is spends part of each year in The Netherlands whilst working on her PhD on the 17th century Dutch painter, Abraham van Beyeren.
She also holds an MBA & Masters research degree in science and worked for 30 years in medical research & international business. Her current art history research interests lie in Dutch 17th Century and 17th to 19th century European Art and Decorative Arts.
Silver – the metal of elegance, sophistication, and intrigue. From ancient treasures to modern masterpieces, silver has captivated artists, collectors, and enthusiasts for centuries. Today, Anne will share her expertise on the art of silver, its history, and the stories behind some of the stunning pieces.
Silver has always represented wealth and status. The story of antique silver gives us a window into royal use of silver to its importance in the 18th century and into Regency times. Silver represented society manners and tastes but also extravagance and fashion.
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