Defined as a national area of exceptional scenery, Fleet Bay on the Solway Firth has been a popular location for painters. In 1921 Robertson spent the summer nearby, at Gatehouse of Fleet, with his ...
We welcome group visits to the galleries. Be inspired by the international art collection and special exhibitions, take part in activities and explore the resources available. Book a practical ...
Welcome! On this page you will find information about our Deaf-led tours in British Sign Language (BSL) as well as resources created for visitors with BSL as a first or preferred language. We run a ...
Welcome! On this page you will find information about sensory-friendly events and resources created for and with autistic visitors, visitors with learning disabilities and those with additional ...
Welcome! We programme a range of inspiring tours, workshops and resources designed with and for people living with dementia. Here you’ll find information about our regular programmes, special events ...
An unusually large Christ Child is seated on a rocky outcrop beside his mother, gazing intently at a cross-shaped yarnwinder as if already aware of his future crucifixion. The Virgin’s tender ...
use in free educational lectures and classes use on an individual or group's website discussing the artwork in question (except on websites where the individual is promoting themselves or a group, ...
Achilles refuses the comfort of his Greek comrades as he grieves over the dead body of his close friend and possible lover, Patroclus, who was killed by the Trojans. The enormous size of Hamilton's ...
The Gentle Shepherd was Allan’s most ambitious print project, including 12 illustrations in etching and aquatint. Allan Ramsay’s popular poem was first published in 1725. It tells the story of Patie, ...
Poussin depicted the biblical episode where Mary Magdalene repents for her sins and asks for forgiveness by washing Christ’s feet. She is believed to have washed his feet with her tears and dried them ...
Poussin illustrated the Sacrament of Marriage by showing the fictional betrothal of the Virgin Mary to Joseph. Marriage is considered a sacrament in the Christian faith (an outward sign of inner grace ...