Jennifer Montagu

Jennifer Montagu CBE LVO FBA FSA is a distinguished academic in the Department of History of Art at the University of Cambridge. She served as Slade Professor from 1980 to 1981 and currently holds the position of Curator of the Photographic Collection at the Warburg Institute, University of London. Her work focuses on modern and contemporary art, with a specialization in Russian art and visual culture. Montagu has been actively involved in organizing interdisciplinary conferences, such as the 2023 event on the People’s Art School and Unovis in Vitebsk, highlighting her contributions to global art studies.

Her honors include Commander of the British Empire (CBE), Lieutenant of the Royal Victorian Order (LVO), and fellowships from the British Academy (FBA) and Society of Antiquaries (FSA). Montagu’s research intersects with institutions like the Cambridge Courtauld Russian Art Centre, emphasizing collaborative scholarship. While no specific grants or advising roles are detailed, her curatorial work and academic leadership reflect a commitment to advancing art historical discourse.

Montagu’s affiliations span multiple institutions, including her current roles at the University of Cambridge and the Warburg Institute, underscoring her transnational impact in the field.