Stories from the halls

Conservation notes, artist stories, and the ideas behind our exhibitions — written by the curators who live with the collection.

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Classical Art · Mar 02, 2026

The evolution of classical art through centuries

How marble ideals travelled from Greek workshops to Roman copies — and why they still shape sculpture today.

Artists · Feb 14, 2026

Rivalries, apprenticeships, and midnight oil — the human lives behind the names on the wall labels.

Modern Art · Jan 28, 2026

A friendly field guide to abstraction, readymades, and why your reaction is part of the artwork.