Gold in Renaissance Painting (Video)
Journey through the Gallery’s collection to learn how artists such as Andrea Mantegna and Duccio applied gold to their paintings and explore the different gilding techniques used in works such as ‘The Wilton Diptych’ and ‘The San Pier Maggiore Altarpiece’, with our Curatorial, Scientific and Conservation departments. Gold shines bright throughout the National Gallery’s collection, […]
Missed the Original Gold Rush? Here’s Another Chance for You
None of us were alive for the original California gold rush; however, another time has come for you to try your luck. Winter has been hard on California residents, especially in the Sierra Nevada. Storms have been blasting through the counties, causing varying degrees of devastation. However, the storms left more impact than ruined buildings. […]