DKJO – Tower of Babel When 05.12.2024 | 18:30 Where Provincial Centre for Cultural Animation Toruń, ul. Kościuszki 75-77 | 5. floor | hall 506 B Show on map TicketsFree entry Additional information Duration of the event: approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes During the next meeting of DKJo! we will take a closer look at one of Pieter Bruegel’s most interesting works – the Tower of Babel from 1563. The painting depicts a monumental structure, but what at first glance may appear to be a construction scene hides a lot of symbolism related to the biblical story about the pride of mankind. Bruegel, inspired by the Genesis story, created a work that not only refers to the Tower of Babel as a building, but also comments on the social and political events of the time. During the meeting: We will talk about symbolism and hidden meanings in the painting. We will consider the historical and social context in which the painting was created. We will try to discover how Bruegel depicts not only the biblical story, but also issues related to human ambition and chaos. Together we will analyze possible interpretations of the biblical message and references to the socio-political situation of the Netherlands of Bruegel’s time. As always, everyone will be able to share their thoughts and interpretations. The meeting will be moderated by art historian Lukasz Wudarski. See more Accessibility = team play | Recipient’s journey to the institution | meeting 12.12.2024 | 11:00 Faience girls | performative reading 14.12.2024 | 17:00 Artarterie – Women in ancient art | December 19.12.2024 | 18:30