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Gold of the Gods: Treasures of South America and the Search for El Dor

Tue 8 Apr 25
10:15 am. £8/00 for non members New Windmill Hall St Marys Lane Upminster RM14 2QH RM14 2QU Gold in South America had a spiritual importance. Its brilliance evoked the Sun — the golden disk that nourished the Earth. In Peru and Colombia, goldsmiths made some of the most spectacular treasures of the ancient world. Cast and hammered, gold was transformed into sacred offerings for tombs and temples. Europeans, by contrast, saw gold as a commodity — the ultimate symbol of wealth. For decades, Europeans searched in vain for El Dorado, the legendary Golden One. Although many golden treasures were melted down for bullion, magnificent works of art are preserved in the museums of Peru and Colombia.  ________________________________________ Chloe Sayer is a freelance specialist in the art and culture of Latin America. Has lectured in the UK, Canada, Ireland, Mexico, Australia and New Zealand. Has curated exhibitions, and assisted on TV documentaries for BBC and Channel 4. Has made collections in Mexico and Belize for the British Museum, and is Research Associate in the Department of World Cultures at the Royal Ontario Museum. In 2016 she was awarded the prestigious Ohtli medal by the Mexican government for her long-standing commitment to Mexican culture. Her many publications include Mexican Textiles (British Museum Press, 1990), Arts and Crafts of Mexico (Thames & Hudson, 1990), Focus on Aztecs and Incas  (Watts Books, 1995), The Incas - The Ancient World (Wayland, 1998), Textiles from Mexico (British Museum Press, 2002), and Mexico: Clothing and Culture (Royal Ontario Museum, 2015). Has also published articles in travel guides, newspapers and magazines. Tuesday 8th April 2025 This event is open to visitors for a fee of £8:00. New Windmill Hall Upminster RM14 2QH. 10:15 am Please visit our web site: tashavering.org.uk/Lectures/FutureLectures.aspx Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/199870022175485 Contact us at info@tashavering.org.uk, or telephone 01708 221903... READ MORE>

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