The McManus : Dundee's Art Gallery and Museum

To coincide with ‘Roman Empire: Power and People’, The McManus is staging an exhibition of artworks with a taste of the Antique.

‘Classical Art: the Legacy of Ancients’ will illustrate the enduring influence of ancient Greek and Roman culture through paintings, sculpture and ceramics from Dundee’s nationally significant collection of fine art.

The Greeks were the greatest myth-makers of all time. Stories of gods, heroes and men were enacted in plays, depicted in paintings and individual characters sculpted in bronze.

Through ancient writers, particularly the Latin author Ovid, the myths have been handed down and have inspired artists for more than two thousand years.

The exhibition includes; a red-figure wine bowl dating to 450 BC, a nineteenth century bronze head of Dionysus, a watercolour titled ‘Lonely Torso’ by William McCance and Kate Whiteford’s ‘Votives and Libations’, a contemporary take on classical forms.

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The McManus is the touring exhibition’s only Scottish venue!

This exhibition brings together over 160 stunning pieces from the British Museum, to explore the story of one of the most powerful empires the world has ever seen. Highlights include sculpture from the villas of the Emperors Tiberius and Hadrian, coins from the famous Hoxne treasure, beautiful jewellery and even near-perfectly preserved children’s clothing from Roman Egypt.

Roman Empire: Power and People explores the wealth, power and organisation of the Empire, and also how the Romans viewed their provinces and other peoples. Religious, military and personal objects give an insight into the lives of people across the Empire, from northern Britain to Egypt and the Middle East. These fascinating objects show how the influences of many people and places that the Romans came into contact with, were absorbed and adapted into the Empire.

Alongside the exhibition, visitors will have the opportunity see objects from Dundee’s Roman collections, as well as objects on loan from the National Museum of Scotland, and Perth & Kinross Museum Service.

An exciting programme of activities and events accompanies the exhibition.

Suitable for

• Family friendly

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From strong women to dastardly forgers, Roman coins have stories to tell. Meet our Curators in the museum’s Creative Learning Studio to see some of the coins in Dundee’s collection up close. No need to book, just drop in.

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Join Curator of Early History at The McManus, Christina Donald, as she discusses some of the highlights of the British Museum’s ‘Roman Empire: Power & People’ exhibition.
Booking essential on (01382) 307200.

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Join us for a fascinating look at some of the Greek and Roman myths that have inspired artists through the ages. This talk will include an informal tour of the exhibition ‘Classical Art: The Legacy of the Ancients’.
Booking essential on (01382) 307200.

Mark Hall, Curator at Perth Museum & Art Gallery, introduces our holiday programme of family activities, exploring the Romans’ love for board games. Find out about the 2000 year-old games that can still be played today, the soldiers and emperors who played them; and take part in an exciting games tournament. Who will be the Roman champion of 2015?
No need to book, just drop in. Under 8s must be accompanied by an adult.

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British Museum Conservation Scientist, Joanne Dyer, presents the fascinating story behind the sculpture of the Egyptian god Horus and will describe how innovative imaging techniques have been used to determine its original colourful appearance. The presentation will be followed by an informal discussion. FREE.
Booking essential at www.themcmanus.eventbrite.co.uk

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How did a Roman soldier based in Northern Britain dress? What weapons did he carry? Using evidence from archaeology and contemporary sculpture, Dr Jon Coulston, School of Classics, University of St Andrews, answers these questions and many more, giving a fascinating insight into life in the Roman Army.
Booking essential at www.themcmanus.eventbrite.co.uk

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