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Imagined Lives: Portraits of Unknown People at the NPG

I visited this display at the National Portrait Gallery 2 weeks ago. ‘This display looks in detail at fourteen portraits of people whose identities are uncertain. Dating from the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries, these portraits were once thought to depict … Continue reading

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Double Take: Versions and Copies of Tudor Portraits at National Portrait Gallery

Portraits of Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn will feature in a new exhibition at the National Portrait Gallery in London. Opening on June 26th, the exhibition runs until 9th September 2012. The exhibition is free and will be on display … Continue reading

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Talks at the National Portrait Gallery

The following talks/tours are at the National Portrait Gallery in London: Charlotte – The Forgotten Princess Alexandra Loske 7 June 2012 13.15-14.00 Ondaatje Wing Theatre Thomas Beckett – Warrior, Priest, Rebel, Victim John Guy 21 June 2012 13.15-14.00 Ondaatje Wing … Continue reading

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Different era but anyone who enjoyed ‘Becoming Queen’ by Kate Williams, should know about the display at the National Portrait Gallery. Queens in Waiting in Room 16 (entrance is free), began last November and closes 9 September 2012. ‘…the display … Continue reading

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Reminder – Alison Weir giving talk ‘Images of Tudor Queens’ at NPG 1pm 1st Sept

Images of the Tudor Queens – NPG Is anyone going? Am wondering if Lady Jane will be included?

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