Royal Academy of Arts
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Contents
9 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Orientation2:26
Welcome to the Royal Academy of Arts, an institution that occupies a unique and prestigious position in the global art world. Founded in seventeen sixty-eight by King George the Third, the Academy is not a government-run museum,…
Listen in the app2The Annenberg Courtyard: A Gateway of Statues2:08
As you pass through the main gates from Piccadilly, you enter the Annenberg Courtyard, a grand open space that serves as the Academy's outdoor gallery. The first thing you will notice is the statue of Sir Joshua Reynolds, the…
Listen in the app3The Main Entrance Hall and the Path to the Galleries2:00
Entering the main building through the central doors, you are greeted by a sense of hushed grandeur. The Entrance Hall, with its sweeping staircases and decorative ceilings, is a testament to the Academy's prestigious history. …
Listen in the app4The Michelangelo Taddei Tondo: A Hidden Masterpiece1:54
One of the most extraordinary treasures housed within the Royal Academy is the Taddei Tondo, a marble relief sculpture by none other than Michelangelo. Located in the Collection Gallery, this work depicts the Virgin and Child…
Listen in the app5The Cafeteria Art Experience and Social Spaces1:59
In most museums, the cafeteria is a place to escape the art for a moment of refreshment. However, at the Royal Academy, the cafeteria is an extension of the gallery experience itself. …
Listen in the app6The Sculptures, Casts, and the Architectural Journey1:56
Moving through the corridors of the Academy, you will encounter a vast collection of sculptures and plaster casts that tell the story of the institution’s educational history. In the ground floor areas, particularly near the…
Listen in the app7The Burlington Gardens Façade and the Great Thinkers2:03
To fully appreciate the Royal Academy, one must also visit the 'other side'—the entrance on Burlington Gardens, just behind the main house. This building was originally designed in the eighteen sixties for the University of…
Listen in the app8Closing Reflections on the Artist's Sanctuary1:46
As we conclude our journey through the Royal Academy of Arts, reflect on the enduring power of this artist-led institution. We have walked through the grand Palladian halls of Burlington House, stood in awe before a Michelangelo…
Listen in the app9Closing0:52
Our exploration of the Royal Academy of Arts draws to a close, yet the inspiration it provides is perennial. In these halls, we have seen how the legacy of the Old Masters and the audacity of the new find a common language. …
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What is Royal Academy of Arts?
Royal Academy of Arts is a place in 시티오브웨스트민스터 with 9 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | 시티오브웨스트민스터 |
|---|---|
| Type | Heritage |
| Story sections | 9 |
| Total length | 17 min 04 s in all |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 51.5092, -0.1394 |
| Last updated |
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