A Closer Look: The Etruscans
Statuette of a reclining banqueter, Etruscan, 6th century BC. Cast and incised bronze, 2 x 4 1/2 x 2 1/2 in. (5.08 x 11.43 x 6.35 cm). Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco, gift of Arthur Sachs, 1952.26
The Etruscans were the first major civilization on the Italian peninsula, yet the more well-known cultures of the ancient Greeks and Romans have overshadowed them. Exhibition curator Renée Dreyfus discusses organizing this comprehensive display that brings the Etruscans to the fore, featuring a diverse array of over 150 fascinating treasures from 28 museums.
About the curator
Renée Dreyfus, George and Judy Marcus Distinguished Curator and Curator in Charge of Ancient Art, is known for her scholarly achievements, her role as a respected curator, and her long-standing institutional commitment. Dreyfus has enriched the Museums’ collection of ancient art with rare and significant acquisitions and has organized more than twenty successful exhibitions. She holds a PhD in Near Eastern art and archaeology from the University of California, Berkeley; an MA in Mediterranean studies from Brandeis University; and a BA in philosophy from Boston University.
About the “A Closer Look” series
This program is part of our “A Closer Look” series, a curatorial lecture series exploring both the development of the Museums’ distinct collections and their art historical significance. The series features in-depth presentations that highlight collection gems while demystifying creative practices that span thousands of years.
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