We’re turning our attention to the magical side of art history. When we think of the Harry Potter series, whether it’s the books or films, a very specific aesthetic comes to mind. J.K. Rowling’s world is full of castles, cauldrons, and cloaks. A very specific aesthetic comes to mind when we think of Hogwarts and the wizarding world. What aspects of art history does Rowling draw from and where does she deviate from tradition?

My two guests this week are Larisa Grollemond, Assistant Curator of Manuscripts at the J. Paul Getty Museum, and M.E. Warlick, Professor Emeritus at the University of Denver.

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