Join us in the stunning surroundings of Haselbury Mill for a delicious 2-course lunch prepared using the very best local, seasonal ingredients before we take in what promises to be a truly compelling story surrounding one of the world’s most famous artworks.
‘Whistler’s Mother’ is a curiously distinctive image in our minds. Indeed, in America, it has become almost the defining portrayal of motherhood even if many Americans never get to see the picture for themselves. How did this rather severe and seemingly prosaic study of a lady seated in profile come to embody so many of our own expectations of a refined maternal spirit? Why did it end up in France at all – and how did it get there? All will be revealed by Richard Kay in this fascinating Neighbourhood Lecture!
This lecture is suitable for all.
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Richard Kay has been an auction house picture specialist since 1987, beginning his career at Sotheby’s after university (where he read Art History). He has worked at Lawrences Auctioneers in Crewkerne since 1999. For thirty years he has much enjoyed contributing articles to magazines as well as giving talks and lectures to groups and societies of all sizes in the West Country and further afield.
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Haselbury Mill is nestled in the Somerset countryside with a meandering river, tranquil lake and 14-acres of glorious gardens. With three historically listed buildings and their Magnificent Tithe barn, it is truly a location steeped in history with a timeless charm.
There is plenty of free parking on site.
The postcode is TA18 7NY
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Just an open mind and plenty of enthusiasm!
