Fine Art Print : Royal Academy Selection Committee, 1929
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Royal Academy Selection Committee, 1929
The Royal Academy Selection Committee choosing the pictures for the summer exhibition in 1929. Photograph taken at Burlington House during the work of selection. The Hanging Committee from left to right: William McMillan, Henry Pegram, Guy Dawber, Frederick Griggs, Charles Ricketts, Adrian Stokes, William Llewellyn, Reginald Blomfield, Sir David Young Cameron, Julius Olsson, Glyn Philpot, Sydney Lee, W R M Lamb (Secretary). Date: 1929
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Academy Adrian Apr17 Burlington Choosing Committee Frederick Griggs Hanging Llewellyn Mcmillan Pegram Pictures Reginald Ricketts Selection Stokes 1929
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into the rich history of art with our exquisite selection from the Media Storehouse range of Fine Art Prints. This captivating image, "Royal Academy Selection Committee, 1929" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online, offers a fascinating glimpse into the past. Witness the prestigious moment as esteemed artists and critics gather at Burlington House to carefully select the pieces for the Royal Academy Summer Exhibition in 1929. This evocative photograph not only showcases the intricacies of the art world's most time-honored traditions but also serves as an inspiring reminder of the enduring power of art to bring people together. Add this stunning piece to your collection and embellish your walls with a piece of art history.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 53.3cm x 31.9cm (21" x 12.6")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the moment of decision during the Royal Academy Selection Committee meeting for the Summer Exhibition of 1929. Held at Burlington House, the prestigious venue of the Royal Academy of Arts in London, the committee members gathered around a table laden with an impressive array of artworks, carefully considering each piece for potential inclusion in the esteemed exhibition. From left to right, the esteemed Hanging Committee members include: William McMillan, Henry Pegram, Guy Dawber, Frederick Griggs, Charles Ricketts, Adrian Stokes, William Llewellyn, Reginald Blomfield, Sir David Young Cameron, Julius Olsson, Glyn Philpot, and Sydney Lee. W R M Lamb, the Secretary, is also present. The atmosphere in the room is intense and focused, as the committee members engage in animated discussions, scrutinizing the artworks with great care and deliberation. The Summer Exhibition at the Royal Academy, which began in 1769, is the oldest annual exhibition of contemporary art in the world. The selection process is a significant part of the exhibition's history, with the committee playing a crucial role in shaping the show's character and showcasing the best of contemporary art. This photograph offers a rare glimpse into this important process, providing a fascinating insight into the inner workings of the Royal Academy during the 1920s.
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