Lecture-Tasting "White Gold – The Secrets of Delicate Porcelain" with Evelina Vedom
Event overview
The lecture by art historian and collector Evelina Vedom will be dedicated to the most famous porcelain manufacturers. We will discuss how porcelain appeared in Europe, became fashionable, and turned into an attribute of European cultural tradition. The interiors of 18th-century palaces are inconceivable without porcelain, as well as without porcelain cabinets, the organization of which was considered a matter of honor by all influential rulers and members of the aristocracy.
The culmination of the cultural life at that time was the court festival and the accompanying formal meals, where the decoration of the festive tables had to please the eye, demonstrate the strength, wealth, and power of the state, and remind attendees of the celebration's occasion. During that era, diplomatic gifts were widely popular, and the gifted "white gold" was often viewed as a diplomatic message. It was in the 18th century that porcelain became an integral part of the ceremonial feast and a reflection of European refinement in manners.
We invite you to join us on Thursday, April 20th, at 18:00, to discuss the first porcelain manufactories of the 18th century, their royal owners, and illustrious patrons, among whom were many passionate collectors and connoisseurs of porcelain. We will examine unique antique porcelain items from the Narva Museum collections, discussing their history and purpose.
The meeting will be complemented by gastronomic accompaniments from Rondeel Restaurant—inspired by the atmosphere of splendid Versailles and the gallant Rococo era. The gastronomic accompaniment is included in the ticket price.
Participation cost: 22 € First 10 tickets at a special price: 18 €.
