Tour with Mikhail Maizuls: The 24 Elders of Umberto Eco
Cité de l’architecture et du patrimoine, Paris
The 24 Elders of Umberto Eco
In Paris, there is a museum few people know about – the City of Architecture and Heritage. It houses an extensive collection of casts of medieval portals and sculptures from all over France.
In just a few hours, you can embark on an expedition through dozens of monasteries and cathedrals. Explore the distinctive sculpture of Languedoc, Provence, Burgundy, and Auvergne; marvel at the 24 Elders of the Apocalypse from Moissac, the demons of Conques, the predators of Souillac, the kings of Chartres, and the Foolish Virgins of Strasbourg.
We will start with Umberto Eco’s description of the monastery in The Name of the Rose, examine which real monuments inspired his imaginary abbey, and then embark on a sculptural journey across France, discussing the structure of Romanesque and Gothic portals.
Dive into the mysteries of medieval France and its art!
When: April 25 , 11:15
Where: Cité de l’architecture et du patrimoine
Tour will be held in Russian.
Speaker: Mikhail Maizuls – Historian and medievalist, Ph.D. in History. His academic interests include the religious and cultural history of Western Europe in the Middle Ages, medieval iconography, the history of religious and political iconoclasm, and visual anthropology. He is a two-time winner of the “Enlightener” prize.
Please note that tickets are non-refundable. However, you can always gift them to your friends!
Cité de l’architecture et du patrimoine • Place du Trocadéro et du 11 Novembre 1, 75116 Paris, Île-de-France, France
