Drawn to Blue: Artists’ use of blue paper

Location

Courtauld Institute of Art
Somerset House
Strand
London
WC2R 0RN

Description

This exhibition has now closed

This exhibition runs from Friday 4th October 2024 to Sunday 26th January 2025.


This display will present a selection of drawings on blue paper from The Courtauld’s collection, ranging from works by the Venetian Renaissance artist Jacopo Tintoretto to a watercolour by famed English Artist Joseph Mallord William Turner.

Made from fibres derived from blue rags, blue paper first appeared in Northern Italy in the 14th century. It became a popular drawing support for artists, and its use spread across Western Europe by the late 16th century; it was widely used in England and France in the 18th century. Blue paper provided a nuanced mid-tone which allowed the creation of strong light and dark contrasts, an effect much sought after by draughtsmen.

This exhibition project brought together a team of curators and paper conservators at The Courtauld and the J. Paul Getty Museum to explore the technical aspects and artistic richness of the use of blue paper.

Prices

Standard Ticket: £10

Contact and Booking Details

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Upcoming Dates

This exhibition runs from Friday 4th October 2024 to Sunday 26th January 2025.

Forthcoming dates:

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Courtauld Institute of Art
Somerset House
Strand
London
WC2R 0RN

Map

This exhibition runs from Friday 4th October 2024 to Sunday 26th January 2025.

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October 2024

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