Hear from a curator about Joséphine Bowes's love for ceramics and how they changed over time.
Explore Joséphine Bowes’ journey as a collector, focusing on her passion for ceramics in this insightful talk by Curator of Fine Art and Design, Dr. Howard Coutts. Discover how her tastes evolved from traditional fine porcelain through to the popular commemorative pottery of the 18th century, and the early development of Art Nouveau through her protégé, Émile Gallé, in the 1870s.
Booking required, however, spaces may be available on the day. Ask Reception for details.
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