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S2 EP24 — Charles Saumarez Smith

Podcast: Superurbanism
Published: Aug 7, 2025
Duration seconds: 2420
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Summary

Charles Saumarez Smith is a distinguished British cultural historian and curator known for his leadership in major art institutions including the National Gallery and the Royal Academy. He spoke to Tim about his latest fascination, the life and works of the great British baroque architect John Vanburgh.