The Metropolitan Museum of Art
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New York, New York 10028-0198
The Usefulness of Magnificence: Silver and the English Court
Free Lecture
Friday, 12th October 2012 - 6:00—7:00 p.m.
In England, as in Europe, a rich display of silver was essential to the expression of power. Discover how English sovereigns from Elizabeth I to George III and their courtiers competed culturally on the international stage, commissioning silver and other luxury goods to establish their stature. Presented with the exhibition British Silver: The Wealth of a Nation: viewtopic.php?f=42&t=28901
Admission: Free
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