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EVENT12.07.2024 / 5.30pm6.30pm
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Exhibition Talk: Dr. Siobhán Jolley

Join Dr. Siobhán Jolley, Howard and Roberta Ahmanson Research Fellow in Art and Religion at the National Gallery, for a deeper exploration of Artemisia Gentileschi’s painting, Self Portrait as Saint Catherine of Alexandria, about 1615-17.

Gentileschi’s masterpiece is currently on display at Ikon Gallery as part of the National Gallery’s National Treasures programme, and central to Jesse Jones’ exhibition, Mirror Martyr Mirror Moon.

Discover how Gentileschi’s transformative years in Florence, a vibrant hub of artistic innovation, profoundly influenced her work and the significance of her decision to paint herself onto the canvas. Embodying Saint Catherine allowed Gentileschi to assert her identity, showcase her artistic prowess and take ownership of her personal story of strength and defiance. Don’t miss this opportunity to delve into the life and legacy of one of history’s most influential female artists.

This event is organised to coincide with Ikon’s exhibition National Treasures: Artemisia in Birmingham / Jesse Jones: Mirror Martyr Mirror Moon (10 May – 8 September 2024).

The exhibition is supported by The Ampersand FoundationCulture Ireland, Arts Council of Ireland and The Finnis Scott Foundation. It is presented as part of Ikon’s 60th anniversary year.

About the speaker

Dr Siobhán Jolley (she/her) is the Howard and Roberta Ahmanson Research Fellow in Art and Religion at the National Gallery, a Visiting Lecturer in Religions and Theology at King’s College, London, and an Honorary Research Fellow at the Centre for Biblical Studies at the University of Manchester. A specialist in the portrayal of Mary Magdalene, her broader research interests include the work of female artists, the reception of biblical women and the New Testament, and feminist approaches. Her current work with the National Gallery focuses on storytelling – considering how stories of saints and biblical figures are told from an intersectional, theological and art historical perspective.

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Image Credits
1. Dr. Siobhán Jolley. Image courtesy The National Gallery. 2. National Treasures: Artemisia in Birmingham. Jesse Jones: Mirror Martyr Mirror Moon. Ikon Gallery, installation view (2024). Image courtesy Ikon. Photo by Tom Bird. 3. Artemisia Gentileschi, 1593 - 1654 or later. Self Portrait as Saint Catherine of Alexandria, about 1615-17. Bought with the support of the American Friends of the National Gallery, the National Gallery Trust, Art Fund (through the legacy of Sir Denis Mahon), Lord and Lady Sassoon, Lady Getty, Hannah Rothschild CBE and other donors including those who wish to remain anonymous, 2018 © The National Gallery, London
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Ikon is a partner in National Treasures, a key strand of the programme celebrating the National Gallery’s Bicentenary, NG200. Ikon presents a masterpiece by Artemisia Gentileschi (1593-1654 or later), Self Portrait as Saint Catherine of Alexandria (about 1615-17). Wrapped around the Gentileschi work, and made as a direct response, is a solo exhibition by contemporary Irish artist Jesse Jones, whose artistic practice crosses film, sound, performance, sculpture and installation. 
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