J. M. W. Turner - Turner and the Romance of Britain - Part 1 of 8

Learn more about this exhibition: http://www.metmuseum.org/special/jmw_turner/more.asp

Presented in conjunction with the exhibition "J. M. W. Turner," these talks highlight the work of J. M. W. Turner (1775-1851) and examine aspects of the artists seascapes, topographical views, historical subjects, and scenes from his imagination.

Simon Schama, Professor, Department of Art History and Archaeology, Columbia University

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[LambChowder1]

@vortigern5 ...

[cornishpasty1990]

im a relative of turner. he either my cuz or uncle. im relative from his mothers side so this is real intersting for me to see :)

[vortigern5]

Simon Schama talking about Britain .....

Interesting as I thought Schama was a jew.

Should I therefore expect an invitation to Tel Aviv to discuss the 'Birth of Israel'?

Is it me or can I almost feel the waters flowing eastward beneath my feet.

[bufprochi1]

simon schama is a great presenter.

[artnavi]

thank you! your good workshops.

お願いがあります。

難聴者と外国人の為、字幕を付けて下さると嬉しいです。

[artistforrealart]

Thank you so much for posting!!!!!!!!!

[xavier1850]

Having the great pleasure of seeing a collection of Turner paintings, I am also impressed at their marvellous condition. They are simply wonderful. I look forward to this lecture, and thank the Met Museum!

[GenericGene]

Superb information - thank you.

[ThisCanadian]

*applause*

how wonderful.

thank you!

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