Now You See Us: Women Artists in Britain 1520–1920
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- £20.00
This exhibition showcases over 150 works by women from Tudor times to WWI, highlighting their push against societal norms to become professional artists.
Events tagged "Classical Art"
Exhibitions
Hockney and Piero: A Longer Look
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- Free
Two of David Hockney’s paintings are showcased alongside Piero della Francesca’s ‘The Baptism of Christ’, reflecting influences and admirations throughout Hockney’s career.
Yoshida: Three Generations of Japanese Printmaking
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- £20.00
See over 75 prints from the Yoshida family, tracking two centuries of evolving Japanese printmaking and culminating in a new cherry blossom installation.
A Breeze From Heaven: Biblical Fans
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- Included in entry
View 18th century English and Dutch fans illustrating biblical tales, alongside modern ‘Adam and Eve’ fans by French maker Frederick Gay.
Flaming June
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- Free
Enjoy a display of Frederic Leighton’s ‘Flaming June’, back in the UK from Puerto Rico, shown with related artworks and pieces that shaped his style.
Monet and London. Views of the Thames
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- Included in entry
See paintings by Claude Monet featuring stunning views of the Thames, capturing its mysterious light and radiant colours from his 1900s London series.
Van Gogh: Poets and Lovers
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- £24.00
Marvel at Van Gogh’s dramatic paintings and drawings, showcasing swirling skies, lush parks, and starlit scenes enhanced with vibrant colours and dynamic textures.
Elizabeth Legh: Lover of Musick & All Ingenious Things
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- Included in entry
Celebrate Elizabeth Legh’s legacy and her passion for Handel’s music, featuring a unique collection of his works and personal artifacts.
Discover Constable & The Hay Wain
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- Free
A journey through the creation and evolution of ‘The Hay Wain’, comparing it with works by Morland, Mulready, and Blake, and examining its impact on modern views of the English landscape.
Members' Preview Days: The Great Mughals: Art, Architecture and Opulence
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Experience the grandeur of Mughal Hindustan through art and crafts from the reigns of Emperors Akbar, Jahangir, and Shah Jahan, showcased in three chronological sections.
The Great Mughals: Art, Architecture and Opulence
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- £22.00
A major exhibition celebrating the innovative and global culture of Mughal Court during the reigns of Akbar, Jahangir, and Shah Jahan.
Michelangelo, Leonardo, Raphael
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- £19.00
See Italian Renaissance art highlighting the rivalry between Michelangelo and Leonardo, with standout pieces like Leonardo’s Burlington House Cartoon.
Members' Morning Views: The Great Mughals: Art, Architecture and Opulence
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Members get exclusive access to view over 200 rare items showcasing Mughal Hindustan’s globally inspired art, with works mixing influences from Iran and Europe.
Tirzah Garwood: Beyond Ravilious
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- £20.00
View over 80 captivating works by Tirzah Garwood, showcasing her oil paintings, wood engravings, sketches, and collages, highlighting her unique blend of naive artistry with deeper meanings.
Parmigianino: The Vision of Saint Jerome
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See Parmigianino’s ‘The Madonna and Child with Saints’ after a decade, showcasing his Renaissance breakthroughs through original drawings and sketches.
Keith Piper & Rex Whistler
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Two contrasting artworks, a 1920s mural and a modern film installation, spark dialogue on interacting with historical art pieces.
Talks
Flora Yukhnovich and Katy Hessel in Conversation
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- £9.00
Join Dr Xavier Bray, Flora Yukhnovich, and Katy Hessel as they discuss Rococo art’s impact and the representation of women artists in history.
Black Genius: Science, Race, and the Extraordinary Portrait of Francis Williams
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- £15.00
Fara Dabhoiwala reveals the unique story of Francis Williams, depicted as a learned man in a portrait from the 1700s, challenging historical views.
Friday Lates Gallery talk: Noreen Masud: A flat place
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Noreen Masud reads from her memoir about finding meaning in Britain’s flatlands, intertwined with insights into transformative landscape art.
Hockney and The Artist’s Eye: Alistair Smith in conversation with Colin Wiggins
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Get a unique look back on how artists like JMW Turner and David Hockney have influenced a top London gallery’s collections and exhibitions over the years.
Representations of Blackness in Netherlandish Art
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Alisha O’Brien-Coker reviews 17th-18th century Netherlandish artworks, revealing stories of Black communities in the Low Countries during that era.
Pause with a painting: 'Madonna of the Meadow': Mindfulness session
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Engage with Italian Renaissance paintings using mindfulness methods to appreciate the art of colour, guided by expert Karly Allen.
Lunchtime talk: A lasting legacy: Spotlight on Sassetta's 'The Wolf of Gubbio'
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Join a talk on legacy giving, featuring a discussion about Sassetta’s ‘The Wolf of Gubbio’ and its impact on a donor’s decision to leave a gift in his will.
Lunchtime Lecture: Fashion and the Floating World
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Late 18th and 19th century Japanese woodblock prints showcased as promotional tools for the fashion culture, featuring kimonos and more.
Culinary Landscapes: Talk and Tasting
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Savour historic dishes from South West Asia and North Africa, inspired by culinary historian Professor Daniel Newman’s research.
Curator’s Introduction to Keeping Time: Clocks by Boulle
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Join curator Alexander Collins for an intimate look at André-Charles Boulle’s fusion of baroque design and precision clockmaking.
