There is still time to plan an art inspired getaway to Bendigo to see the highly acclaimed exhibition Tudors to Windsors: British Royal Portraits. Featuring more than150 treasures from London's revered National Portrait Gallery, the exhibition includes works never before seen outside England.
Presenting some of the most significant royal portraits, Tudors to Windsors: British Royal Portraits explores five royal dynasties: the Tudors, the Stuarts, the Georgians, the Victorians and the Windsors; shedding light on key figures and important historical moments. Among the many works on view are portraits of King Henry VIII, Queen Elizabeth I, King George III, Queen Victoria, Queen Elizabeth II, Princess Diana and Prince William and Catherine, the Duchess of Cambridge.
'This exhibition presents an opportunity for an Australian audience to experience works by some of the most significant British artists such as Anthony van Dyck, Joshua Reynolds, Peter Lely, Annie Liebovitz, and Cecil Beaton; as well as provide context to the history of Australian British settlement," said Karen
Quinlan, Director of Bendigo Art Gallery.
'This exhibition presents an opportunity for an Australian audience to experience works by some of the most significant British artists such as Anthony van Dyck, Joshua Reynolds, Peter Lely, Annie Liebovitz, and Cecil Beaton; as well as provide context to the history of Australian British settlement," said Karen
Quinlan, Director of Bendigo Art Gallery.
With the popularity of the English monarchy at an all time high, now is the time to explore the rich tapestry of the history and royal portraiture, while also exploring the historic region of Bendigo.
Tudors to Windsors: British Royal Portraits is on now at the Bendigo Art Gallery until 14 July 2019. Book your art inspired getaway here.
Images: Bendigo Art Gallery
