Dr Jim Cheshire
Dr. Jim Cheshire is a cultural historian specialising in the material culture of the nineteenth century.
Dr. Jim Cheshire is a cultural historian specialising in the material culture of the nineteenth century.
Jim is Associate Professor of Cultural History within the School of History and Heritage. He has written research reports and statements of significance for Lincoln Conservation and advises the team on project related publications and research audits. He would be interested in advising clients about the interpretation of Imperial monuments for contemporary audiences and research relating to nineteenth-century buildings and artworks. Jim's specialist field is the visual and material culture of the nineteenth century. He has published widely on interior design, ecclesiastical design and publishing history and has worked on several exhibitions and curatorial projects. His current projects include an article about sculptural commemoration of the Indian Uprising of 1857, an overview of nineteenth-century interior design in public buildings and an essay on the stained glass of William Morris.
For a detailed list of publications and research projects see http://staff.lincoln.ac.uk/jcheshire.
Qualifications
PhD (Victorian Studies) Exeter University 1998
BA (Hons) English Literature & Medieval Studies, Exeter University 1992.
Professional Memberships
Higher Education Academy – Fellow.