Dulwich Picture Gallery
Contents
9 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1The Flattering Shadows: My School and Influence
They say that imitation is the sincerest form of flattery, though in my case, it was also highly profitable! Welcome to the Dulwich Picture Gallery, which proudly holds several paintings attributed to me and the talented students…
Listen in the app2The Founders — A Legacy of Friendship
The history of this collection is a story of friendship and a lost kingdom. Noel Desenfans, a Frenchman, and Sir Francis Bourgeois, a Swiss-born artist, worked together as art dealers in London during the late 18th century. …
Listen in the app3Rembrandt and the Case of the Sneezing Pupil
One of the most famous stories in the gallery involves a painting long attributed to the great Dutch master, Rembrandt. The work, 'Girl at a Window,' was once one of the most celebrated Rembrandts in the world. …
Listen in the app4Canaletto’s English Excursion
While Canaletto is synonymous with the sun-drenched vistas of Venice, the Dulwich Picture Gallery holds a remarkable piece from his decade-long stay in England. Following the market for art, Canaletto moved to London and produced…
Listen in the app5Celebrity and Strategy — The Portraits
Dulwich is also home to a fascinating collection of portraits that tell stories of fame and social climbing in the 18th century. One standout is Joshua Reynolds' portrait of Mrs. …
Listen in the app6The Mausoleum — A Resting Place for Art and Founders
Perhaps the most unique feature of Sir John Soane’s design is the integrated mausoleum. Located at the center of the gallery building, it is the final resting place for the founders—Bourgeois and the Desenfans. …
Listen in the app7Modernity and Outreach — The Sackler Center
In 1999, the gallery underwent a significant refurbishment and expansion, led by the American architect Rick Mather. Mather added a modern cloister that seamlessly connects Soane’s original building with new facilities, including…
Listen in the app8Dulwich Picture Gallery
As you leave the Dulwich Picture Gallery, take a moment to reflect on the extraordinary vision that brought this place into being. Born from the ashes of a Polish kingdom and the friendship of two art dealers, it has stood for…
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As you leave the Dulwich Picture Gallery, take a moment to reflect on the extraordinary vision that brought this place into being. Born from the ashes of a Polish kingdom and the friendship of two art dealers, it has stood for…
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What is Dulwich Picture Gallery?
Dulwich Picture Gallery is a place with 9 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Type | Content |
|---|---|
| Story sections | 9 |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 51.4393, -0.0978 |
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