The second in a series of philosophy workshops at Winterbourne, join Dr Chiara Brozzo as she questions whether perfume can be art.
We think of perfumes as objects that serve a purpose, that is, to make us smell nice. Even ants use scents to attract partners and communicate danger. But some perfumes are created to evoke places or emotions, some invite us to contemplate nature, and some challenge our idea of what perfumes should be. Indeed, some perfumes are best understood as works of art. This will be a journey into the hidden life of perfumes!
This talk is the second in a series of free philosophy workshops, hosted by academics from the University of Birmingham. Designed for people of all ages, these workshops will tackle subjects that impact us, breaking them down in meaningful and accessible ways. The Philosophy Garden series is funded by The Royal Institute of Philosophy. Your free ticket will also include admission to Winterbourne House and Garden. You can find out more about The Philosophy Garden and explore free resources on their website.
This workshop is free of charge to all Winterbourne visitors.
About Dr Chiara Brozzo
Dr Chiara Brozzo is Assistant Professor in Philosophy at the University of Birmingham. Her work specialises in philosophy of mind, philosophy of cognitive science, and aesthetics. She is interested in perfumes outside philosophy, and has connected this interest with her research, by publishing several articles on the topic.

