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Events for Saturday 4 February 2012

Rosemarie James Ceramics Selling Exhibition

Picture in Focus: Paintings and Drawings by Frederic, Lord Leighton

In The Footsteps of Gods & Heros Exhibition

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Full listing of exhibitions at the Russell-Cotes

Welcome

Visit one of the most important and fascinating museum-houses in England. It holds collections of international status and reflects the Victorian fascination with world cultures.

Opening times: 10am to 5pm Tuesday to Sunday and Bank Holiday Mondays To contact us: 01202 451858

In the Footsteps of Gods & Heroes:

20th January 2012 - 11 June 2012

Clytie, 1895

©Leighton House Museum, The Royal Borough of Kensington & Chelsea

This exhibition compares and contrasts the image of Clytie as painted by Frederic, Lord Leighton, one of Victorian England's leading artists, with work by contemporary artist David Brooke.

Visitors will journey through a landscape of myth and legend that dates from Classical times to the present day....

All of David's colourful and imaginative works will be available to purchase.

Future exhibitions...

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Galleries & Collections - background

Above: Sir Merton and Annie Russell-Cotes sitting in their suite at the Royal Bath Hotel, Bournemouth, 1891-1901.

Learn more about Sir Merton and Lady Russell-Cotes and their collection.

View the art collection online

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Fun for Over 50s

Friday Afternoons 2-4pm

Information, Concentration, relaxation.

Creative and Cultural Activities.

A friendly, relaxed afternoon session that will be inspired by the fascinating house and collections.

£8.50, including refreshments.

More information...

Take a look at other exciting events for this Winter!

In Conversation...

Discover more from the artists and curators of our current exhibitions in these new art talks

In Conversation: Frederic, Lord Leighton
Thursday 29 March 6.15-8.30pm
£12.50 (including complimentary drink and canapés)
Booking required, limited tickets

In Conversation: David Brooke
Thursday 26 April 2012

More information...

Rosemarie James Selling Show

November 2011 - June 2012

Back by popular demand, Rosemarie James' beautiful sea-inspired pieces will be available for sale.

Why not treat yourself or a loved one. Take away your original artwork the same day.

Exhibitions for 2012

Marcus Adams: Royal Photographer. Photographs from the Royal Collection

29 June - 16 September 2012

We are proud to announce that the Russell-Cotes Art Gallery and Museum has been selected as one of only two venues to hold this stunning exhibition during the Queen's Jubilee Year.

Take a look at a preview of the exhibition...

In Our Own Words: Soldiers' Thoughts from Afghanistan

October 2012 - March 2013

A powerful and emotive installation which captures the intimate thoughts and feelings of soldiers serving in Afghanistan. We are the only regional museum in the country to host this exhibition.

See more future exhibitions...

Art On Demand Store

"It's as easy as Marks & Spencer!"- Mrs. L. Brown, Art on Demand customer

The easiest way to shop for beautiful, meaningful, affordable art; Only available at:
Russell-Cotes Art on Demand online store

Midsummer

Above: Midsummer (1887), Albert Moore (1841-93)

The painting Midsummer is currently on loan to a touring exhibition, The Cult of Beauty, which will visit the following museums:

Victoria & Albert Museum, London, from 2 April - 17 July 2011

Musée d'Orsay, Paris, from 13 September 2011 - 15 January 2012

Fine Art Museums of San Francisco, 18 February - 17 June 2012

Prints of Midsummer are available at: Russell-Cotes Art on Demand online Store