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The first edition of the Venice Biennale was in 1895, thirty years after London's 'Great Exhibition', and at a time when tourism and cultural events were springing up around Europe. The Biennale attracted a crowd of 224,000 visitors, and has paused only during the two world wars. The Venice Biennale has become a hugely significant art show, and has inspired hundreds of other biennales, including Liverpool, Rio and Shanghai. More than forty countries send representatives to their national 'pavilions'. The Venice Biennale has had a huge impact on the Contemporary Art world, being the main event for any self-respecting art collector, connoisseur or critic. This talk discusses the inception and concept of the Biennale, and its subsequent growth over the 125 years.
A passionate arts educator, lecturer, and guide, Charlie Hall is based in London and Italy. Director of the highly regarded John Hall Venice Course (est. 1965). Charlie has been a tour lecturer and leader for Kirker Holidays since 2013, and for independent tours in Italy. Charlie has designed and hosted a series of art talks and events for the Soho House group of private members’ clubs, Christie’s Education and The Serpentine Gallery ‘Collector’s Circle’. Charlie is also an Arts Society lecturer specialising in all things Italy.