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Michael Squire is a Professor of Classical Art at King's College London, affiliated with the Faculty of Arts & Humanities and the Department of Classics. He specializes in Graeco-Roman visual culture, ecphrasis, and the history of aesthetics. His research bridges ancient art, literature, and modern interpretations, evidenced by projects like 'Modern Classicisms' and the exhibition 'The Classical Now' (2018). He holds dual British-German citizenship and has held fellowships at institutions including the Wissenschaftskolleg zu Berlin and Stanford University.
Education: BA and MPhil in Classics/Classical Archaeology from Trinity College, Cambridge; PhD in Graeco-Roman visual-verbal interactions (2006).
Research emphasizes ancient art's engagement with literature, particularly ecphrasis and visual narratives. Notable works include Image and Text in Graeco-Roman Antiquity (2009), Sight and the Ancient Senses (2016), and edited volumes on ornament and Hegelian aesthetics. He curates exhibitions and collaborates with museums globally.
Teaching focuses on Classical visual and literary cultures, with field trips across Europe supported by the Rumble Fund. He received King’s awards for teaching excellence (2017) and sustained educational impact (2019).
Leadership roles include Research Lead in Classics at King’s, editorships of book series (e.g., ‘Greek Culture in the Roman World’), and advisory work for funding bodies like AHRC and ERC. His interdisciplinary Centre for Philosophy and Visual Arts explores art-philosophy intersections.
