Love and Marriage in the Italian Renaissance

Friday 14th February 2024

Join Rose for an exclusive event at LoLo House Al Quoz, to explore a world of romance, ritual and seduction within paintings by Botticelli, Titian and other masters of this groundbreaking era in art. Listen to passionate music sung by Royal Opera House soprano Melissa Alder and throw off all those Valentine’s Day taboos in favour of a fabulous cultural night out!

Rose will explore how art reveals the secrets of love and marriage in Renaissance Italy. From tender betrothal scenes to the allure of erotic masterpieces, discover the intimate stories behind of the Renaissance’s greatest masterpieces. 

Ticket price includes food and drinks – substantial canapés (you will not need to eat before or after), two Valentine mocktails, and unlimited water, tea and coffee.  

Programme: 

6.30pm Guests arrive for initial canapés and drinks 

7.15pm Musical performance and art history talk 

8.30pm Further drinks and canapés, through until whenever you want to leave! We have the venue to ourselves until 10pm. 

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