Learn about our new temporary display, Swords of Lucknow as Nicole Ioffredi reveals insights into the ambitions and exploits of the North Indian court during the late 18th and early 19th centuries.

As well as discovering the exceptional craftsmanship of the five swords selected for the display, we’ll uncover the role of arms and armour in forging a dynastic identity and expressing political hierarchies.

About the speaker: Nicole Ioffredi first joined the Wallace Collection as the Cronk Exhibitions Research Assistant, where she supported the delivery of the exhibition Ranjit Singh: Sikh, Warrior, King and undertook research into the South Asian Arms and Armour collections. She is the newly appointed Archivist to the Wallace Collection Archive.

Take part at the museum: No ticket required, drop in on the day. Join us in the Theatre for this special talk.

Watch online: This talk will also be broadcast live from the museum. Book a free ticket online to receive a Zoom link. Ticketholders will also receive a link to view a recording of the talk, which will be available for two weeks only.