Experience Oxford's Art Masterpieces with an Art Historian

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French, Italian

Overview

Explore the highlights of Oxford's two major art collections, at the Ashmolean Museum and Christ Church Picture Gallery, with an art historian and Sotheby’s specialist. Join me on a rich and entertaining journey through the history of European art, from Ancient Greece to French Impressionism. On the way, you’ll discover masterpieces ranging from Uccello's Hunt in the Forest, to Monet’s Sunset at Sea. Half way through, we’ll have a coffee break at Ashmolean’s Rooftop café. We’ll then walk to Christ Church Picture Gallery, part of Christ Church, one Oxford’s most famous colleges, to see masterpieces from their collection of mainly Italian paintings and drawings, including Botticelli's paintings of the Sybils, and Head of Young Woman by Verrocchio, one of the most beautiful drawings that remains from the Florentine Renaissance.
During the experience, you'll be introduced to specialist skills, including spotting painting restorations and identifying 15th century paper.

What's Included

  • Price of ticket to Christ Church Picture Gallery
  • Guide
  • Snacks
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Beaumont Street
Oxford OX1 2PH, UK

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Christ Church
Saint Aldate's, Oxford OX1 1DP, UK

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Ashmolean Museum of Art and Archaeology

Travellers will be given an overview of the history of European art from Ancient Greece to Picasso, through focusing on highlights of painting, and sculpture. They'll see masterpieces ranging from the 15th century Paolo Uccello's famous 'Hunt in the Forest', to Picasso's 'Blue Roofs, Paris' painted in 1901, as well as views of Oxford by Joseph Mallord William Turner.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Ashmolean Museum of Art and Archaeology

You'll enjoy a coffee and chat in the Ashmolean Rooftop café / restaurant, which has beautiful views of Oxford's spires.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Christ Church Picture Gallery

You'll see the highlights of Christ Church, whose major collection of mainly Italian old master paintings and drawings is unique amongst Oxford and Cambridge colleges. You'll have the rare opportunity to see beautiful Renaissance drawings, which are on continuous display.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 5 travelers

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Experience Oxford’s Art Masterpieces with an Art Historian?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the adventure for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the adventure start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the adventure start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the adventure start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the adventure local time (BST). Read more Apr 2025

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  • Price of ticket to Christ Church Picture Gallery
  • Guide
  • Snacks

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 5 travelers

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