Art Articles

Nationally touring exhibition featuring rarely seen works heads to The Box | The Box Plymouth
Press Release - Feb 2024

Nationally touring exhibition featuring rarely seen works heads to The Box

A major touring exhibition that explores the many different ways in which 20th century and contemporary artists have been inspired by the tradition of South Asian miniature painting will be on display in the St Luke’s church gallery at The Box from 17 February until 2 June 2024.

Growth, decay and everything in between: Jan van Huysum, Paulus Theodorus van Brussel and Jan Weenix | The Box Plymouth
Art - Dec 2023

Growth, decay and everything in between: Jan van Huysum, Paulus Theodorus van Brussel and Jan Weenix

Lavish arrangements, imaginary bouquets, fruit, flowers, beauty and decay; our online tour of the beautiful ‘Dutch Flowers’ exhibition concludes with artists Jan van Huysum, Paulus Theodorus van Brussel and Jan Weenix.

Top five things to know about John Akomfrah
Art - Dec 2023

Top five things to know about John Akomfrah

If you're new to John Akomfrah's work, here's some essential things to know about this important contemporary filmmaker and visual artist.

'Portrait of Jacqueline Glanville' by Winifred de Vany | The Box Plymouth
Art - Nov 2023

'Portrait of Jacqueline Glanville' by Winifred de Vany

This painting came to The Box unexpectedly in 2022. Jacqueline Glanville - the woman in the portrait - bequeathed it to The Box after she passed away. It’s the work of a woman named Winifred de Vany (1900-1990).

Assistant Curator appointed for the National Gallery’s ‘Triumph of Art’ commission | The Box Plymouth
Press Release - Nov 2023

Assistant Curator appointed for the National Gallery’s ‘Triumph of Art’ commission

Plymouth-based Rhys Morgan is one of four Assistant Curators who have been appointed by the National Gallery, and funded by Art Fund, to work on Jeremy Deller’s commission to round off the celebrations for the National Gallery’s Bicentenary year. He will be seconded to The Box – one of the four UK-wide cultural organisations who will partner with the National Gallery on the project.

New artist commission will use the Falklands Conflict to explore the idea of home | The Box Plymouth
Press Release - Nov 2023

New artist commission will use the Falklands Conflict to explore the idea of home

The Box, Plymouth’s award-winning museum, art gallery and archive, has launched a call out for an artist commission that will connect with the city’s military heritage and explore the idea of home.

Masters of their craft: van Walscapelle, de Bray and Ruysch | The Box Plymouth
Art - Nov 2023

Masters of their craft: van Walscapelle, de Bray and Ruysch

From detailed compositions and bold palettes, to skilful use of colour and light, we continue our tour of the beautiful ‘Dutch Flowers’ exhibition with a look at the work of Jacob van Walscapelle, Dirck de Bray and Rachel Ruysch.

Capturing Nature's Beauty: Dutch Flower Paintings
Art - Oct 2023

Capturing Nature's Beauty: Dutch Flower Paintings

The popularity of flower painting emerged in Northern Netherlands as a result of prosperous trade, scientific advancement, and middle-class patronage in Dutch cities in the 17th century. We take a look at three of the artists featured in the 'Dutch Flowers' exhibition: Ambrosius Bosschaert the Elder, Balthasar van der Ast and Jan Davidsz. de Heem.

Kedisha Coakley: Artist Biography | The Box Plymouth
Art - Oct 2023

Kedisha Coakley: Artist Biography

Learn about acclaimed contemporary artist Kedisha Coakley, known for her sculpture, photography and printmaking that reframes history, culture and race. Read a biography covering her art studies, exhibitions, commissions and career in Sheffield and beyond.

Meet..... Lady Jane Grey | The Box Plymouth
Art - Oct 2023

Meet..... Lady Jane Grey

The woman at the centre of the giant history painting that is undergoing a conservation assessment at The Box until 4 October had a fascinating but tragic life. Find out more about Lady Jane Grey – otherwise known as the ‘Nine Days’ Queen’.

Meet..... Solomon Hart | The Box Plymouth
Art - Sep 2023

Meet..... Solomon Hart

Solomon Hart was one of the most respected British artists of the 1800s, but how much do you know about this Plymouth-born artist who went on to become the first Jewish Royal Academician? Here's your chance to learn a little more about his life.

Pink Coffee Pot by Meissen Porcelain | The Box Plymouth
Art - Sep 2023

Pink Coffee Pot

This distinctive, brightly coloured coffee pot is part of a set that also includes a tea pot, sugar bowl, jug and cups. It is currently on display in the large case in our 'People and Place: Art Collection showcase' gallery.