The Art of 1935 explores that year’s many aspects of decorative and fine art, demonstrating how these forms reflected the period in a fitting and cohesive manner. The lecture examines the range of contemporaneous art forms, including the work of Cecil Beaton, magazine, poster and Penguin paperback book design, architecture, Silver Jubilee memorabilia, commemorative stamps, locomotive design and fashion and includes a study of works by the Polish-born artist Tamara de Lempicka.

Pamela Campbell-Johnson, M.A. Hons Art History, St. Andrews, specialises in British Domestic Architecture and Modern British Art.