Ayla Lepine: Tradition and Revolution | Magdalen College

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Experience a captivating exploration of Victorian beauty's impact on Oxford at the event "Ayla Lepine: Tradition and Revolution" on Saturday, May 4, 2024, from 4.30pm to 5.30pm at the Sophia Sheppard Room in Magdalen College. Reverend Dr. Ayla Lepine, an esteemed art historian and associate rector at St. James’s, Piccadilly, delves into how Pre-Raphaelite artists and Gothic Revival architects reshaped Oxford in the nineteenth century. Discover how these visionaries transformed perceptions and ideologies, leaving an enduring mark on modern sensibilities. Dr. Lepine's extensive expertise includes being an Ahmanson Fellow in Religion and Art at the National Gallery in London, with a focus on the Gothic Revival and Pre-Raphaelite movement. Her academic background from the Courtauld Institute of Art and post-doctoral fellowships at prestigious institutions like Yale showcase her profound insights into the interplay between tradition and revolution in British art history. Admission to this enlightening event is free, making it a must-attend for enthusiasts of art, history, and cultural evolution in Oxford.