THE NATIONAL GALLERY, LONDONSEARCH THE COLLECTIONLATEST STORIESEXHIBITIONSPAINTINGSPLAN YOUR VISITFLOORPLANS The Nation's Gallery. The story of European art, masterpiece by

masterpiece.

GALLERY ENTRY

As well as a priority entry queue, becoming a Member is the best way to support your National Gallery and enjoy great benefits online and in the Gallery. When you arrive at the Gallery, you will have a choice of three one-way art routes to explore. You can choose to start your journey on route A in COURSES | EVENTS | NATIONAL GALLERY, LONDON Inspired by paintings, join a small, friendly community of enquiry to pose questions and share responses ONE PAINTING, MANY VOICES From what school children think of 'Men of the Docks' to a couple who posed as 'Mr and Mrs Andrews', find out what different people have to say about our paintings STORIES OF ART ONLINE: MODULE 6: 1800–1900 From the invention of the steam locomotive to the abolishment of the slave trade, the 19th century was an age of unprecedented cultural, political, and social change. Learn how this period of experimentation, discovery and industrialisation challenged the

existing order of

TALK AND DRAW: JUNE

Gallery Educators Jo Lewis and Katy Tarbard explore Paolo Uccello's 'The Battle of San Romano'. First, listen to a brief talk then respond by making your own work in this short, artist-led drawing session. Please have to hand a sharp pencil, paper and a rubber. The session will take place online and SENSING THE UNSEEN: STEP INTO GOSSAERT'S 'ADORATION' Free admission. To visit this exhibition, book your free Gallery entry ticket and upon arrival follow the signs to 'Sensing the Unseen'. It is a timed experience lasting 15 A CURATED LOOK: A DAY IN THE COUNTRYSIDE Join Lucy Chiswell, the Dorset Curatorial Fellow for Paintings 1600-1800, as she follows the sun through three paintings of the outdoors. A new dawn, a new day. Rubens puts nature centre stage in this sweeping panorama. Zoom in online to immerse yourself in the meditative scene. Little did Willy CONVERSATIONS WITH GOD: JAN MATEJKO'S COPERNICUS Jan Matejko’s (1838–1893) epic painting ‘Astronomer Copernicus’ unites two of Poland’s most famous figures. On loan from Kraków's historic Jagiellonian University, one of Europe’s oldest founded in the 14th century, this is the first time that we’ve exhibited a painting by a Polish artist.

SIR THOMAS LAWRENCE

This informal and striking portrait of the politician Peniston Lamb (1770–1805) shows off the precocious powers of Sir Thomas Lawrence at the start of his career. The 'gentle-hearted and engaging’ Peniston Lamb was the Member of Parliament for Newport from 1793 to 1796 and the Member for THE NATIONAL GALLERY, LONDONSEARCH THE COLLECTIONLATEST STORIESEXHIBITIONSPAINTINGSPLAN YOUR VISITFLOORPLANS The Nation's Gallery. The story of European art, masterpiece by

masterpiece.

GALLERY ENTRY

As well as a priority entry queue, becoming a Member is the best way to support your National Gallery and enjoy great benefits online and in the Gallery. When you arrive at the Gallery, you will have a choice of three one-way art routes to explore. You can choose to start your journey on route A in COURSES | EVENTS | NATIONAL GALLERY, LONDON Inspired by paintings, join a small, friendly community of enquiry to pose questions and share responses ONE PAINTING, MANY VOICES From what school children think of 'Men of the Docks' to a couple who posed as 'Mr and Mrs Andrews', find out what different people have to say about our paintings STORIES OF ART ONLINE: MODULE 6: 1800–1900 From the invention of the steam locomotive to the abolishment of the slave trade, the 19th century was an age of unprecedented cultural, political, and social change. Learn how this period of experimentation, discovery and industrialisation challenged the

existing order of

TALK AND DRAW: JUNE

Gallery Educators Jo Lewis and Katy Tarbard explore Paolo Uccello's 'The Battle of San Romano'. First, listen to a brief talk then respond by making your own work in this short, artist-led drawing session. Please have to hand a sharp pencil, paper and a rubber. The session will take place online and SENSING THE UNSEEN: STEP INTO GOSSAERT'S 'ADORATION' Free admission. To visit this exhibition, book your free Gallery entry ticket and upon arrival follow the signs to 'Sensing the Unseen'. It is a timed experience lasting 15 A CURATED LOOK: A DAY IN THE COUNTRYSIDE Join Lucy Chiswell, the Dorset Curatorial Fellow for Paintings 1600-1800, as she follows the sun through three paintings of the outdoors. A new dawn, a new day. Rubens puts nature centre stage in this sweeping panorama. Zoom in online to immerse yourself in the meditative scene. Little did Willy CONVERSATIONS WITH GOD: JAN MATEJKO'S COPERNICUS Jan Matejko’s (1838–1893) epic painting ‘Astronomer Copernicus’ unites two of Poland’s most famous figures. On loan from Kraków's historic Jagiellonian University, one of Europe’s oldest founded in the 14th century, this is the first time that we’ve exhibited a painting by a Polish artist.

SIR THOMAS LAWRENCE

This informal and striking portrait of the politician Peniston Lamb (1770–1805) shows off the precocious powers of Sir Thomas Lawrence at the start of his career. The 'gentle-hearted and engaging’ Peniston Lamb was the Member of Parliament for Newport from 1793 to 1796 and the Member for ONLINE | EVENTS | NATIONAL GALLERY, LONDON Art historian Julia Griffin gives a talk in Polish about Matejko's role in the Polish Arts and Crafts Movement, 1890-1918

GALLERY ENTRY

As well as a priority entry queue, becoming a Member is the best way to support your National Gallery and enjoy great benefits online and in the Gallery. When you arrive at the Gallery, you will have a choice of three one-way art routes to explore. You can choose to start your journey on route A in ABOUT LONGFORD CASTLE The collection. The Longford Castle collection, formed by successive generations of the family, is one of the finest in the United Kingdom. It includes paintings by van Dyck, Claude, Teniers and Hals, together with British pictures by Reynolds and Gainsborough, as well as oriental porcelain, Brussels tapestries, and exceptional 18th century English and continental furniture.

PRIMARY SCHOOLS

Storytelling, talks, workshops and teaching resources for school groups Early Year Foundation Stage (EYFS) to Key Stages 1 and 2. Contact us at schoolbookings@ng-london.org.uk

TAKE ONE PICTURE

If you would like the chance to see your project exhibited at the National Gallery, you can submit a PowerPoin t presentation which shows the process, final result and and how the project includes the Take One Picture criteria: Focus painting links, investigative approach, process, cross-curricular learning and community (detailed above).. The submission portal is open until 31 October each year. SEARCH | NATIONAL GALLERY, LONDON The Marquise de Seignelay and Two of her Sons. Pierre Mignard. 1691 SEARCH | ARCHIVE | NATIONAL GALLERY, LONDON Search the National Gallery Archive containing records of the Gallery's activities from its foundation in 1824 to the present day. POLICIES | ABOUT US | THE NATIONAL GALLERY, LONDON Read a set of policies covering a range of activities involved in the day-to-day running of the Gallery

TECHNICAL BULLETIN

The National Gallery Technical Bulletin, first published in 1977, has achieved a leading position in the study of the materials and techniques of painting, and the scientific examination of paintings. Published annually, it is essential reading for conservators, conservation scientists, art HOW TO 'READ' A PAINTING If you plan to use a painting as the focus for a class project, learning to 'read' a painting is a good place to start. There are certain techniques that can help your class look at, and engage with a

painting.

THE NATIONAL GALLERY, LONDONSEARCH THE COLLECTIONLATEST STORIESEXHIBITIONSPAINTINGSPLAN YOUR VISITFLOORPLANS Stories of art. Module 5: 1700-1800. Wednesday, 14 April 2021 - Wednesday, 19 May 2021. 5.30 - 7.30 pm BST. Online event. Discover the art of Fragonard, Hogarth and

EXHIBITIONS

The Königstein Views Reunited. 22 July – 31 October 2021. Five monumental views reunited for the first time in more than 250 years. Find out more. £. £. Poussin and the Dance. 9 October 2021 – 2 January 2022. Tambourines shake, wine spills, and figures whirl across the canvas in Poussin’s paintings of revelry, dance and drama. ONLINE | EVENTS | NATIONAL GALLERY, LONDON Art in Flux: The Invisible. An online event in collaboration with National Gallery X. Tuesday, 1 June 2021. 6.30 - 7.45 pm BST. Online event. Explore how contemporary media artists are using data to create new visual and interactive artworks. Read more. Book now.

COLLECTION OVERVIEW

Collection overview. The National Gallery, London houses one of the greatest collections of paintings in the world. These pictures belong to the public and entrance to see them is free. The National Gallery Collection contains over 2,300 works, including many famous works, such as van Eyck’s Arnolfini Portrait, Velázquez’s Rokeby Venus COURSES | EVENTS | NATIONAL GALLERY, LONDON Module 6: 1800–1900. Various dates. Wednesday, 2 June 2021 - Wednesday, 7 July 2021. 5.30 - 7.30 pm BST. Online event. Learn about the art of the Pre-Raphaelites, Impressionists and Post-Impressionists with Dr Amy Mechowski. Read more. ONE PAINTING, MANY VOICES From what school children think of 'Men of the Docks' to a couple who posed as 'Mr and Mrs Andrews', find out what different people have to say about our paintings

TECHNICAL BULLETIN

Technical Bulletin. The National Gallery Technical Bulletin, first published in 1977, has achieved a leading position in the study of the materials and techniques of painting, and the scientific examination of paintings. Published annually, it is essential reading for conservators, conservation scientists, art historians, collectors and

curators.

CONVERSATIONS WITH GOD: JAN MATEJKO'S COPERNICUS Jan Matejko’s (1838–1893) epic painting ‘Astronomer Copernicus’ unites two of Poland’s most famous figures. On loan from Kraków's historic Jagiellonian University, one of Europe’s oldest founded in the 14th century, this is the first time that we’ve exhibited a painting by a Polish artist. ANTONELLO DA MESSINA Born in the fourth century, Saint Jerome was a scholar and a monk. His translation of the Bible from Greek into Latin is known as the Vulgate, and it is still used by the Catholic Church today. Antonello offers a peek into the saint’s environment through a fictive stone wall pierced by a broad BUILDING THE PICTURE The predella panels are now dispersed among four museums, but this one was originally to the right of centre, immediately below the figure of Saint Zenobius in the main panel. Saint Zenobius (about 350–about 424) was a patron saint of Florence, notable as a local saint who claimed to be a member of the elite Florentine Girolami family, and as an illustrious bishop. THE NATIONAL GALLERY, LONDONSEARCH THE COLLECTIONLATEST STORIESEXHIBITIONSPAINTINGSPLAN YOUR VISITFLOORPLANS Stories of art. Module 5: 1700-1800. Wednesday, 14 April 2021 - Wednesday, 19 May 2021. 5.30 - 7.30 pm BST. Online event. Discover the art of Fragonard, Hogarth and

EXHIBITIONS

The Königstein Views Reunited. 22 July – 31 October 2021. Five monumental views reunited for the first time in more than 250 years. Find out more. £. £. Poussin and the Dance. 9 October 2021 – 2 January 2022. Tambourines shake, wine spills, and figures whirl across the canvas in Poussin’s paintings of revelry, dance and drama. ONLINE | EVENTS | NATIONAL GALLERY, LONDON Art in Flux: The Invisible. An online event in collaboration with National Gallery X. Tuesday, 1 June 2021. 6.30 - 7.45 pm BST. Online event. Explore how contemporary media artists are using data to create new visual and interactive artworks. Read more. Book now.

COLLECTION OVERVIEW

Collection overview. The National Gallery, London houses one of the greatest collections of paintings in the world. These pictures belong to the public and entrance to see them is free. The National Gallery Collection contains over 2,300 works, including many famous works, such as van Eyck’s Arnolfini Portrait, Velázquez’s Rokeby Venus COURSES | EVENTS | NATIONAL GALLERY, LONDON Module 6: 1800–1900. Various dates. Wednesday, 2 June 2021 - Wednesday, 7 July 2021. 5.30 - 7.30 pm BST. Online event. Learn about the art of the Pre-Raphaelites, Impressionists and Post-Impressionists with Dr Amy Mechowski. Read more. ONE PAINTING, MANY VOICES From what school children think of 'Men of the Docks' to a couple who posed as 'Mr and Mrs Andrews', find out what different people have to say about our paintings

TECHNICAL BULLETIN

Technical Bulletin. The National Gallery Technical Bulletin, first published in 1977, has achieved a leading position in the study of the materials and techniques of painting, and the scientific examination of paintings. Published annually, it is essential reading for conservators, conservation scientists, art historians, collectors and

curators.

CONVERSATIONS WITH GOD: JAN MATEJKO'S COPERNICUS Jan Matejko’s (1838–1893) epic painting ‘Astronomer Copernicus’ unites two of Poland’s most famous figures. On loan from Kraków's historic Jagiellonian University, one of Europe’s oldest founded in the 14th century, this is the first time that we’ve exhibited a painting by a Polish artist. ANTONELLO DA MESSINA Born in the fourth century, Saint Jerome was a scholar and a monk. His translation of the Bible from Greek into Latin is known as the Vulgate, and it is still used by the Catholic Church today. Antonello offers a peek into the saint’s environment through a fictive stone wall pierced by a broad BUILDING THE PICTURE The predella panels are now dispersed among four museums, but this one was originally to the right of centre, immediately below the figure of Saint Zenobius in the main panel. Saint Zenobius (about 350–about 424) was a patron saint of Florence, notable as a local saint who claimed to be a member of the elite Florentine Girolami family, and as an illustrious bishop.

PLAN YOUR VISIT

Parking for: Car. There is a parking space on Orange Street for Blue Badge holders only. Please book in advance by calling 020 7747 2885. There are designated parking bays on St Martin's Street. Please phone Westminster Parking Information Service on 020 7823 4567 for more

information.

PAINTINGS | THE NATIONAL GALLERY, LONDON The National Gallery houses one of the greatest collections of paintings in the world. Enjoy free entrance 361 days a year.

COLLECTION OVERVIEW

Collection overview. The National Gallery, London houses one of the greatest collections of paintings in the world. These pictures belong to the public and entrance to see them is free. The National Gallery Collection contains over 2,300 works, including many famous works, such as van Eyck’s Arnolfini Portrait, Velázquez’s Rokeby Venus

GALLERY ENTRY

As well as a priority entry queue, becoming a Member is the best way to support your National Gallery and enjoy great benefits online and in the Gallery. When you arrive at the Gallery, you will have a choice of three one-way art routes to explore. You can choose to start your journey on route A in MEMBERSHIP | NATIONAL GALLERY, LONDON Becoming a Member is the best way to support your National Gallery. As a Member you’ll enjoy access to all the Gallery has to offer, including year-long, unlimited, free entry to all exhibitions; priority booking for online learning courses and a bespoke exclusive programme of events online and in-Gallery.

YOUNG PRODUCERS

The Young Producers was a programme for young people aged 18 to 25, which ran from 2017 to 2020 at the National Gallery. Aiming to find new ways of engaging young people with the collection, the Young Producers worked with our Learning team and other departments, to create events and content relating to ONLINE TALKS AND STORYTELLING Pupils will explore the ways in which artists have told stories in paint; how they have plotted complex narratives, created atmosphere, introduced characters and swept the viewer along in the emotion of the story, all in a single canvas.

TAKE ONE PICTURE

Take One Picture is our national programme for primary schools, which aims to inspire a lifelong love of art and learning. Every year, we take one picture from the collection to inspire cross-curricular work in primary classrooms. Activity around each focus painting takes place in four stages: Close.

SECONDARY SCHOOLS

Talks, workshops and teaching resources for school groups Key Stages 3–5. Contact us at schoolbookings@ng-london.org.uk INITIAL TEACHER EDUCATION These five-day cultural placements are offered in partnership with higher education providers, or school-based training providers. Participants either spend five days at the National Gallery or split their time between the National Gallery and a regional partner

gallery.

THE NATIONAL GALLERY, LONDONSEARCH THE COLLECTIONLATEST STORIESEXHIBITIONSPAINTINGSPLAN YOUR VISITFLOORPLANS Stories of art. Module 5: 1700-1800. Wednesday, 14 April 2021 - Wednesday, 19 May 2021. 5.30 - 7.30 pm BST. Online event. Discover the art of Fragonard, Hogarth and

EXHIBITIONS

The Königstein Views Reunited. 22 July – 31 October 2021. Five monumental views reunited for the first time in more than 250 years. Find out more. £. £. Poussin and the Dance. 9 October 2021 – 2 January 2022. Tambourines shake, wine spills, and figures whirl across the canvas in Poussin’s paintings of revelry, dance and drama. ONLINE | EVENTS | NATIONAL GALLERY, LONDONWASHINGTON NATIONAL GALLERYONLINE ART GALLERY TOURONLINE GALLERY TOURSONLINE GALLERY ARTTHE NATIONAL GALLERY OF ARTART GALLERY TOURS Art in Flux: The Invisible. An online event in collaboration with National Gallery X. Tuesday, 1 June 2021. 6.30 - 7.45 pm BST. Online event. Explore how contemporary media artists are using data to create new visual and interactive artworks. Read more. Book now.

COLLECTION OVERVIEW

Collection overview. The National Gallery, London houses one of the greatest collections of paintings in the world. These pictures belong to the public and entrance to see them is free. The National Gallery Collection contains over 2,300 works, including many famous works, such as van Eyck’s Arnolfini Portrait, Velázquez’s Rokeby Venus COURSES | EVENTS | NATIONAL GALLERY, LONDON Module 6: 1800–1900. Various dates. Wednesday, 2 June 2021 - Wednesday, 7 July 2021. 5.30 - 7.30 pm BST. Online event. Learn about the art of the Pre-Raphaelites, Impressionists and Post-Impressionists with Dr Amy Mechowski. Read more. ONE PAINTING, MANY VOICES From what school children think of 'Men of the Docks' to a couple who posed as 'Mr and Mrs Andrews', find out what different people have to say about our paintings

TECHNICAL BULLETIN

Technical Bulletin. The National Gallery Technical Bulletin, first published in 1977, has achieved a leading position in the study of the materials and techniques of painting, and the scientific examination of paintings. Published annually, it is essential reading for conservators, conservation scientists, art historians, collectors and

curators.

CONVERSATIONS WITH GOD: JAN MATEJKO'S COPERNICUS Jan Matejko’s (1838–1893) epic painting ‘Astronomer Copernicus’ unites two of Poland’s most famous figures. On loan from Kraków's historic Jagiellonian University, one of Europe’s oldest founded in the 14th century, this is the first time that we’ve exhibited a painting by a Polish artist. ANTONELLO DA MESSINA Born in the fourth century, Saint Jerome was a scholar and a monk. His translation of the Bible from Greek into Latin is known as the Vulgate, and it is still used by the Catholic Church today. Antonello offers a peek into the saint’s environment through a fictive stone wall pierced by a broad BUILDING THE PICTURE The predella panels are now dispersed among four museums, but this one was originally to the right of centre, immediately below the figure of Saint Zenobius in the main panel. Saint Zenobius (about 350–about 424) was a patron saint of Florence, notable as a local saint who claimed to be a member of the elite Florentine Girolami family, and as an illustrious bishop. THE NATIONAL GALLERY, LONDONSEARCH THE COLLECTIONLATEST STORIESEXHIBITIONSPAINTINGSPLAN YOUR VISITFLOORPLANS Stories of art. Module 5: 1700-1800. Wednesday, 14 April 2021 - Wednesday, 19 May 2021. 5.30 - 7.30 pm BST. Online event. Discover the art of Fragonard, Hogarth and

EXHIBITIONS

The Königstein Views Reunited. 22 July – 31 October 2021. Five monumental views reunited for the first time in more than 250 years. Find out more. £. £. Poussin and the Dance. 9 October 2021 – 2 January 2022. Tambourines shake, wine spills, and figures whirl across the canvas in Poussin’s paintings of revelry, dance and drama. ONLINE | EVENTS | NATIONAL GALLERY, LONDONWASHINGTON NATIONAL GALLERYONLINE ART GALLERY TOURONLINE GALLERY TOURSONLINE GALLERY ARTTHE NATIONAL GALLERY OF ARTART GALLERY TOURS Art in Flux: The Invisible. An online event in collaboration with National Gallery X. Tuesday, 1 June 2021. 6.30 - 7.45 pm BST. Online event. Explore how contemporary media artists are using data to create new visual and interactive artworks. Read more. Book now.

COLLECTION OVERVIEW

Collection overview. The National Gallery, London houses one of the greatest collections of paintings in the world. These pictures belong to the public and entrance to see them is free. The National Gallery Collection contains over 2,300 works, including many famous works, such as van Eyck’s Arnolfini Portrait, Velázquez’s Rokeby Venus COURSES | EVENTS | NATIONAL GALLERY, LONDON Module 6: 1800–1900. Various dates. Wednesday, 2 June 2021 - Wednesday, 7 July 2021. 5.30 - 7.30 pm BST. Online event. Learn about the art of the Pre-Raphaelites, Impressionists and Post-Impressionists with Dr Amy Mechowski. Read more. ONE PAINTING, MANY VOICES From what school children think of 'Men of the Docks' to a couple who posed as 'Mr and Mrs Andrews', find out what different people have to say about our paintings

TECHNICAL BULLETIN

Technical Bulletin. The National Gallery Technical Bulletin, first published in 1977, has achieved a leading position in the study of the materials and techniques of painting, and the scientific examination of paintings. Published annually, it is essential reading for conservators, conservation scientists, art historians, collectors and

curators.

CONVERSATIONS WITH GOD: JAN MATEJKO'S COPERNICUS Jan Matejko’s (1838–1893) epic painting ‘Astronomer Copernicus’ unites two of Poland’s most famous figures. On loan from Kraków's historic Jagiellonian University, one of Europe’s oldest founded in the 14th century, this is the first time that we’ve exhibited a painting by a Polish artist. ANTONELLO DA MESSINA Born in the fourth century, Saint Jerome was a scholar and a monk. His translation of the Bible from Greek into Latin is known as the Vulgate, and it is still used by the Catholic Church today. Antonello offers a peek into the saint’s environment through a fictive stone wall pierced by a broad BUILDING THE PICTURE The predella panels are now dispersed among four museums, but this one was originally to the right of centre, immediately below the figure of Saint Zenobius in the main panel. Saint Zenobius (about 350–about 424) was a patron saint of Florence, notable as a local saint who claimed to be a member of the elite Florentine Girolami family, and as an illustrious bishop.

PLAN YOUR VISIT

Parking for: Car. There is a parking space on Orange Street for Blue Badge holders only. Please book in advance by calling 020 7747 2885. There are designated parking bays on St Martin's Street. Please phone Westminster Parking Information Service on 020 7823 4567 for more

information.

PAINTINGS | THE NATIONAL GALLERY, LONDON The National Gallery houses one of the greatest collections of paintings in the world. Enjoy free entrance 361 days a year.

COLLECTION OVERVIEW

Collection overview. The National Gallery, London houses one of the greatest collections of paintings in the world. These pictures belong to the public and entrance to see them is free. The National Gallery Collection contains over 2,300 works, including many famous works, such as van Eyck’s Arnolfini Portrait, Velázquez’s Rokeby Venus

GALLERY ENTRY

As well as a priority entry queue, becoming a Member is the best way to support your National Gallery and enjoy great benefits online and in the Gallery. When you arrive at the Gallery, you will have a choice of three one-way art routes to explore. You can choose to start your journey on route A in MEMBERSHIP | NATIONAL GALLERY, LONDON Becoming a Member is the best way to support your National Gallery. As a Member you’ll enjoy access to all the Gallery has to offer, including year-long, unlimited, free entry to all exhibitions; priority booking for online learning courses and a bespoke exclusive programme of events online and in-Gallery. ONLINE TALKS AND STORYTELLING Pupils will explore the ways in which artists have told stories in paint; how they have plotted complex narratives, created atmosphere, introduced characters and swept the viewer along in the emotion of the story, all in a single canvas.

TAKE ONE PICTURE

Take One Picture is our national programme for primary schools, which aims to inspire a lifelong love of art and learning. Every year, we take one picture from the collection to inspire cross-curricular work in primary classrooms. Activity around each focus painting takes place in four stages: Close. INITIAL TEACHER EDUCATION These five-day cultural placements are offered in partnership with higher education providers, or school-based training providers. Participants either spend five days at the National Gallery or split their time between the National Gallery and a regional partner

gallery.

TEACHERS' NOTES

These notes provide useful background information about our Take One Picture focus paintings and other works in the collection, with suggestions on how to use the paintings in the classroom. CROSS-CURRICULAR IDEAS: CREATIVE APPROACHES National Gallery Educator Rachel Dow offers ways of looking at the painting 'Diana and Actaeon', to kick start creative projects. A good place to start is to look at THE NATIONAL GALLERY, LONDONSEARCH THE COLLECTIONLATEST STORIESEXHIBITIONSPAINTINGSPLAN YOUR VISITFLOORPLANS The Nation's Gallery. The story of European art, masterpiece by

masterpiece.

EXHIBITIONS

Jan Matejko’s epic painting ‘Astronomer Copernicus’ unites two of Poland’s most famous figures. This is a rare opportunity to see one of Poland’s most loved works of art. ONLINE | EVENTS | NATIONAL GALLERY, LONDONWASHINGTON NATIONAL GALLERYONLINE ART GALLERY TOURONLINE GALLERY TOURSONLINE GALLERY ARTTHE NATIONAL GALLERY OF ARTART GALLERY TOURS Art historian Julia Griffin gives a talk in Polish about Matejko's role in the Polish Arts and Crafts Movement, 1890-1918

COLLECTION OVERVIEW

The National Gallery Collection contains over 2,300 works, including many famous works, such as van Eyck’s Arnolfini Portrait, Velázquez’s Rokeby Venus, Turner’s Fighting Temeraire and Van Gogh’s Sunflowers.. All major traditions of Western European painting are represented from the artists of late medieval and Renaissance Italy to the French Impressionists. ONE PAINTING, MANY VOICES From what school children think of 'Men of the Docks' to a couple who posed as 'Mr and Mrs Andrews', find out what different people have to say about our paintings

TECHNICAL BULLETIN

The National Gallery Technical Bulletin, first published in 1977, has achieved a leading position in the study of the materials and techniques of painting, and the scientific examination of paintings. Published annually, it is essential reading for conservators, conservation scientists, art CONVERSATIONS WITH GOD: JAN MATEJKO'S COPERNICUS Jan Matejko’s (1838–1893) epic painting ‘Astronomer Copernicus’ unites two of Poland’s most famous figures. On loan from Kraków's historic Jagiellonian University, one of Europe’s oldest founded in the 14th century, this is the first time that we’ve exhibited a painting by a Polish artist. ANTONELLO DA MESSINA Born in the fourth century, Saint Jerome was a scholar and a monk. His translation of the Bible from Greek into Latin is known as the Vulgate, and it is still used by the Catholic Church today. Antonello offers a peek into the saint’s environment through a fictive stone wall pierced by a broad THE TECHNIQUE OF A 'TÜCHLEIN' BY QUINTEN MASSYS Ashok Roy Technical Bulletin Volume 12, 1988. Abstract 'Tüchlein', a glue tempera medium on linen, is an early Netherlandish technique used for The Virgin and Child with Saints Barbara and Catherine, attributed to Quinten Massys.Technical examinations disclosed an animal glue medium, linen fibre, and lack of a conventional ground. BUILDING THE PICTURE The predella panels are now dispersed among four museums, but this one was originally to the right of centre, immediately below the figure of Saint Zenobius in the main panel. Saint Zenobius (about 350–about 424) was a patron saint of Florence, notable as a local saint who claimed to be a member of the elite Florentine Girolami family, and as an illustrious bishop. THE NATIONAL GALLERY, LONDONSEARCH THE COLLECTIONLATEST STORIESEXHIBITIONSPAINTINGSPLAN YOUR VISITFLOORPLANS The Nation's Gallery. The story of European art, masterpiece by

masterpiece.

EXHIBITIONS

Jan Matejko’s epic painting ‘Astronomer Copernicus’ unites two of Poland’s most famous figures. This is a rare opportunity to see one of Poland’s most loved works of art. ONLINE | EVENTS | NATIONAL GALLERY, LONDONWASHINGTON NATIONAL GALLERYONLINE ART GALLERY TOURONLINE GALLERY TOURSONLINE GALLERY ARTTHE NATIONAL GALLERY OF ARTART GALLERY TOURS Art historian Julia Griffin gives a talk in Polish about Matejko's role in the Polish Arts and Crafts Movement, 1890-1918

COLLECTION OVERVIEW

The National Gallery Collection contains over 2,300 works, including many famous works, such as van Eyck’s Arnolfini Portrait, Velázquez’s Rokeby Venus, Turner’s Fighting Temeraire and Van Gogh’s Sunflowers.. All major traditions of Western European painting are represented from the artists of late medieval and Renaissance Italy to the French Impressionists. ONE PAINTING, MANY VOICES From what school children think of 'Men of the Docks' to a couple who posed as 'Mr and Mrs Andrews', find out what different people have to say about our paintings

TECHNICAL BULLETIN

The National Gallery Technical Bulletin, first published in 1977, has achieved a leading position in the study of the materials and techniques of painting, and the scientific examination of paintings. Published annually, it is essential reading for conservators, conservation scientists, art CONVERSATIONS WITH GOD: JAN MATEJKO'S COPERNICUS Jan Matejko’s (1838–1893) epic painting ‘Astronomer Copernicus’ unites two of Poland’s most famous figures. On loan from Kraków's historic Jagiellonian University, one of Europe’s oldest founded in the 14th century, this is the first time that we’ve exhibited a painting by a Polish artist. ANTONELLO DA MESSINA Born in the fourth century, Saint Jerome was a scholar and a monk. His translation of the Bible from Greek into Latin is known as the Vulgate, and it is still used by the Catholic Church today. Antonello offers a peek into the saint’s environment through a fictive stone wall pierced by a broad THE TECHNIQUE OF A 'TÜCHLEIN' BY QUINTEN MASSYS Ashok Roy Technical Bulletin Volume 12, 1988. Abstract 'Tüchlein', a glue tempera medium on linen, is an early Netherlandish technique used for The Virgin and Child with Saints Barbara and Catherine, attributed to Quinten Massys.Technical examinations disclosed an animal glue medium, linen fibre, and lack of a conventional ground. BUILDING THE PICTURE The predella panels are now dispersed among four museums, but this one was originally to the right of centre, immediately below the figure of Saint Zenobius in the main panel. Saint Zenobius (about 350–about 424) was a patron saint of Florence, notable as a local saint who claimed to be a member of the elite Florentine Girolami family, and as an illustrious bishop.

PLAN YOUR VISIT

Please book online and in advance. This is to help us manage the number of people in the Gallery, limit queuing and reduce contact. Your safety is our priority We have made a few changes that put your safety, as well as the safety of our staff, first; including closing the cloakroom. Find out more PAINTINGS | THE NATIONAL GALLERY, LONDON The National Gallery houses one of the greatest collections of paintings in the world. Enjoy free entrance 361 days a year.

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