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Rubens & Women Trailer

"A riotous feast" The Guardian ★★★★★

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It’s been a busy first week for Rubens & Women. The exhibition is open until 28 January 2024 and is the first to challenge the popular assumption that Rubens painted only one type of woman. Rubens & Women features over 40 masterpieces from international collections to reveal the powerful women who inspired him.

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Online Curators' Talk: Rubens & Women 

Thursday, 5 October 2023

Ben Van Beneden, co-curator of Rubens & Women, will give an inspiring online introduction to the exhibition. 

Curators' Talk: Rubens & Women 

Thursday 12 October 2023

Join Amy Orrock, co-curator of Rubens & Women, for an inspiring in-person introduction. Includes entry to the show.

Chocolate and Wine Pairing

Wednesday, 11 October 2023

In this relaxed tasting evening from artisans the Melange, you’ll enjoy perfectly balanced combinations of chocolates and wines. 

Magic Lantern Storytelling

Monday, 23 October 2023

Join Storyteller Rosie Tells Tales to weave pictures, stories, songs, rhymes and Makaton signs together to power The Magic Lantern. 

Don't miss Sara Shamma: Bold Spirits

A display of new paintings, on view from 27 September.

 Bold Spirits, a new body of work by the renowned artist Sara Shamma, responds to the Gallery’s historic collection with a focus on paintings of women. Entry is included with Gallery admission tickets.

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