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The date and commissioning of many paintings in the past have often been established by art historians on the basis of a legal contract. For example, a contract was frequently drawn up by an individual or an institution wanting an altarpiece. In...

Journey through the story of European art in London's Trafalgar Square

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This research project brings together data that helps us to understand and acknowledge the role that slavery has had in the history of the National Gallery

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The article sheds fresh light on women who have been important benefactors to the National Gallery from its foundation in 1824 to 2024.