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Lecture

Patrick Bade
The Soane Museum

Sunday 21.06.2026

How to watch

This lecture starts on 21 June at 5:00pm (UK).

Summary

The Soane Museum is one of London’s most extraordinary “hidden” treasures. It was built by the eccentric and highly original architect Sir John Soane (1753–1837) for himself, with many ingenious features for the display of his eclectic collection within a relatively confined space.

Patrick Bade

An image of Patrick Bade.
Patrick Bade is a historian, writer, and broadcaster. He studied at UCL and the Courtauld Institute of Art. He was a senior lecturer at Christie’s Education for many years and has worked for the Art Fund, Royal Opera House, National Gallery, and V&A. He has published on 19th- and early 20th-century paintings and historical vocal recordings. His latest book is Music Wars: 1937–1945.