Talk

Liotard in London: Patrons and Pastels

Free Talk

Monday 16 November 2015 1 - 2pm

The Reynolds Room, Burlington House, Royal Academy of Arts

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When Liotard travelled to London, his reputation was at its summit. This talk by curator William Hauptman examines Liotard’s astonishing portrait work while there, his impact on the London art scene and his connections with the Royal Academy between 1773 and 1774.

Liotard, a peripatetic painter, journeyed to London twice; first in 1753 and then again in 1773, the latter when he was 71 years old. In the biography Liotard dictated to his son, his London sojourns were described in summary fashion in only five sentences. And yet, these years were remarkably fruitful, resulting in a sizeable number of commissions, mostly, but not exclusively, in the medium of pastels.

This talk will trace Liotard’s years in London, his commissions and reception, and it will also elaborate on the substance of the works he produced and his connections to the Royal Academy.

Doors open at 12.30pm, no admittance will be granted for latecomers after 1pm. If you do not arrive before 1pm, your ticket will be released at that time to those waiting for returned tickets.

Free, booking required.

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