'The Finding of Moses’ depicts an Old Testament story. This monumental painting was commissioned by King Charles I and Henrietta Maria to celebrate the arrival of their first son. Two kings, of ...
While en-plein-air painting came into its own with the art of the Impressionists in the 19th century, the tradition of making images of landscapes outside is one that can be traced back to the 16th ...
As part of our Bicentenary celebrations, 12 of the nation’s most iconic and well-loved paintings from the collection were lent to 12 venues across the UK. Gradually the paintings are returning to the ...
The Renaissance was one of the most dynamic periods in the history of European art and culture, producing remarkable developments in painting, architecture, sculpture, music, philosophy and science.
Thanking them for their part in the bequeathing 'Holy Women at the Sepulchre' to the Gallery from Lady Taunton's will. Your list will only be saved temporarily. Inactivity of more than 20 minutes ...
Over a quarter of the paintings in the Gallery's collection have been acquired thanks to legacy gifts. These acts of generosity have benefitted generations and will continue to do so into the future.
The letter also discusses the authenticity of the portrait of the Duke of Wellington by Goya and includes a press cutting containing a letter by Kerr-Ritchie, published in the Sunday Times on 6 June ...
Katrina Palmer shares her interest in the visible and invisible activities that take place in the Gallery. Katrina Palmer offers a different perspective on Room 18 and its paintings. Struck by an ...
David Hockney, in his own words, has always been a looker. Throughout his career, Hockney has found inspiration in the work of other artists. He never tires of looking at paintings. For him, there’s ...
Of the Gallery’s 27 works by women, one-third have been acquired because of these acts of generosity. Most recently, The Full ...
A reflection on the artists and National Gallery exhibitions and paintings that have been part of David Hockney’s long career ...
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