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National Gallery 10h
Why is Sebastiano del Piombo's 'Raising of Lazarus' listed as number 1 in our collection? How did Sebastiano meet Michelangelo and how did their artistic relationship develop? Find out with Matthias Wivel, our Curator of 16th-century Italian Paintings:
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National Gallery 10h
One of the finest collections of Impressionism in the world was assembled by Samuel Courtauld in the 1920s. What were the motivations of this philanthropist and art lover? Find out on 8 October with Karen Serres, Curator of Paintings at :
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National Gallery 10h
Théodore Rousseau's stormy sunset was possibly painted in 1844. In 1844 Rousseau visited the south-west of France and this may be a view of the Pyrenees:
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National Gallery 12h
On Thursday 27 September, join the Florentine Arts Ensemble to explore 18th-century London life through the eyes of visual satirists - William Hogarth. This free concert includes music by Handel, Giardini, and Jenkins, and will be performed in Room 36:
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National Gallery 13h
If you're visiting our new exhibition, 'Courtauld Impressionists: From Manet to Cézanne', don't forget to share your photos with us using the hashtag !
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National Gallery 13h
It looks as if the sun is just creeping over the hills and onto the olive trees in this work by Henri-Joseph Harpignies. It's thought this work was painted in Menton, which is along the coast from Nice in the south of France:
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National Gallery 15h
Applications for our Head of Commercial Services role close tomorrow. Learn more about this exciting new role and apply here:
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National Gallery 15h
Are you aged 18 to 25 and passionate about the arts and creativity, or do you know someone that is? We're recruiting a vibrant team of to lead a range of activities that will inspire our visitors. Apply now:
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National Gallery 16h
Life drawing subverted: Look anew at Manet's 'The Luncheon on the Grass' reimagined through a fusion of subversive performance, sound, costume, and set design, led by . Book now:
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National Gallery 18h
Are you aged 15-19? Come and join our portraiture workshop on 30 September! Like the Impressionists, build up layers and introduce unexpected colours to develop your own personal style. Tickets are £8 and include entry to :
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National Gallery 19h
We're looking for a Head of National Programmes to help develop and deliver new national partnerships with museums and galleries across the UK. Find out more and apply here, applications close tomorrow:
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The Art Newspaper Sep 21
New podcast out now! How Samuel Courtauld’s collection ignited Britain’s passion for Impressionists is explored at the . Plus, New York’s looks at Armenia. (in association with )
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National Gallery Sep 21
We're looking for a Membership and Commercial Services Assistant to join the National Gallery. Learn more and apply here, applications close on 27 September:
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National Gallery Sep 21
Are you aged 18 to 25 and passionate about the arts and creativity, or do you know someone that is? We're recruiting a vibrant team of to lead a range of activities that will inspire our visitors. Apply now:
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National Gallery Sep 21
Come and see the influence that Thomas Cole has had on Ed Ruscha and other artists in our two exhibitions, ': Course of Empire' in Room 1 and ': Eden to Empire' in our Ground Floor Galleries. Both exhibitions are open until 7 October:
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Make the most of , with the new AR mode of the app. Scan artworks across the gallery in one stroke!
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National Gallery Sep 21
This catalogue chronicles the intricate landscape art created by following his travels around Europe from 1829 to 1832. Order it now:
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National Gallery Sep 21
We're looking for a Head of National Programmes to help develop and deliver new national partnerships with museums and galleries across the UK. Find out more and apply here, applications close on 23 September:
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National Gallery Sep 21
Join us today in Room 29 at 4pm, for a 10–minute talk on 'The Marquise de Seignelay and Two of her Sons' by Pierre Mignard:
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National Gallery Sep 21
This weekend, come and discover the beautiful art and architecture of for free as part of ! Learn more here:
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