Collecting Past and Present: Women Collectors
| Date | Friday 1 November 2024 |
| Time | 10.15–17.30 GMT, followed by a drinks reception until 19.00 |
| Location | At the museum (Theatre) and online (Zoom) |
| Speakers | Niti Acharya, Oriane Beaufils, Samantha Deutch, Kathryn Jones, Dr Barbara Lasic and Kate de Rothschild Agius |
The exceptional artworks in the Wallace Collection were brought together across the 18th and 19th centuries by an extraordinary family of collectors – the Marquesses of Hertford and Sir Richard and Lady Wallace.
Delve into the history of collecting through the ages with Collecting Past and Present. During this study day, leading specialists will explore women collectors, from Queen Anna of Denmark in Jacobean England to Mildred Anna Williams in Gilded Age America. You’ll also hear an exclusive conversation with Kate de Rothschild Agius, who will shine a light on the important contributions made by women collectors from the Rothschild family, as well as reflect on her own collecting passions and inspirations
Read the full programme description here
Take part at the museum: This event will take place in the Theatre, Lower Ground Floor at the museum. Places are free but booking is essential.
Watch Online: This event will also be broadcast live from the museum on Zoom. All ticketholders will also receive a link to view a recording of the talk, which will be available for two weeks only.
Background image: The Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild, Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat. © Pierre Behar