The Art of Colour, our third fine art loan exhibition, has welcomed hundreds of visitors across the threshold to marvel at a vivid collection of paintings and sculptures, on loan from public institutions and private collections, which celebrated the rich use of colour in art from the 16th century to the present day and include important works rarely, if ever, on public display.
The artists represented in the exhibition are all known for their masterly use of colour, including such greats as George Romney, Joseph Wright of Derby, Anish Kapoor, William Nicholson, Bridget Riley, and Pierre-August Renoir. Important works included an iconic self-portrait by Wyndham Lewis, one of the most significant British artists of the 20th century, on loan from the Ferens Art Gallery in Hull, ‘Central Australia’ by Sidney Nolan on loan from the University of York and rarely on view to the public, and ‘Picking Flowers’ by Yorkshire artist Mark Senior, with provenance from the artist’s private collection.
Visitor Comments:
“Fantastic! – Brilliant world-class art to the north – Brilliant”
“A wonderful experience – such fine art works. Thank you!”
“Bravo; well curated and what a breath of fresh colour to the dale. Tennants have triumphed with so many good works in one space: 15/10!!”
With sincere thanks to the Private Collectors and the following institutions for their generous loans:
The Bowes Museum, Barnard Castle
Bradford District Museums and Galleries
Derby Museums
Ferens Art Gallery, Hull Museums
Mercer Art Gallery, Harrogate Borough Council
Scarborough Museums, Culture and Creative Trust
Sheffield Museums Trust
University of York, Borthwick Institute for Archives
Wakefield Council Permanent Art Collection, The Hepworth Wakefield
