Duecento Deep Dive

The Republic of Florence was one of the most exciting places to be in thirteenth-century Europe thanks to its booming banking industry and an overarching spirit of innovation. It was a time of extreme societal change—a new class structure was taking shape as money, rather than titles, became the language of power. Every family seemed to be out for themselves, and though they would often band together, the continuously shifting alliances meant that drama was high and violent power struggles were a constant. Amidst all of this, however, Florence flourished as it began to lay the economic and cultural foundations for what would eventually be known as the Renaissance.

In this four-part lecture series, Alexandra Lawrence takes us on a journey through the fascinating politics, culture, art, and architecture that made history in the Duecento. 

29 April - 20 May 2025
Tuesdays 18:00-19:30 

In person lectures in the Library and simultaneously available on Zoom.

Recordings will be available for registered participants.