Visit to the Government Art Collection and Studio of Conservator Rebecca Gregg
Thursday 25 September, 11.30am–3.30pm
Join the Friends for a morning visit to the Government Art Collection followed by an afternoon visit to the studio of painting conservator Rebecca Gregg.
We are offering two separate dates due to the limited capacity for each visit. Please see the event page for the visit happening on Tuesday 23 September here.
This is an opportunity to have a tour of the Government Art Collection following its move to Admiralty Place. The Government Art Collection displays works of art in British government buildings in nearly every capital city around the world, making it the most dispersed collection of British art in the world. In the afternoon we will visit the studio of the painting conservator Rebecca Gregg who specialises in oil paintings and works across a wide range of time periods and styles, from medieval to contemporary art.
Event Information
- 11.30am–12.30pm: Visit Government Art Collection
- 12.30–2.30pm: Break
- 2.30–3.30pm: Visit Rebecca Gregg’s studio
We will meet at 11.15am at Old Admiralty Building, Admiralty Place, London, SW1A 2BL. We will then reconvene at 2.30pm at Rebecca’s studio at 39-40 St James’s Place, London, SW1A 1NS.
There are many places to take lunch in the area including the National Gallery or possibly a picnic in one of the nearby parks. The redesigned new Sainsbury Wing of the National Gallery reopened on 10 May.
All proceeds support Kettle’s Yard. Refunds are not possible, unless the event is cancelled by Kettle’s Yard. Should the event become sold out, please email friends@kettlesyard.cam.ac.uk to join the waiting list.
About The Government Art Collection
The Government Art Collection displays works of art in British government buildings in nearly every capital city around the world, making it the most dispersed collection of British art in the world.
The Collection promotes British art, delivering an expression of Britain’s culture to different locations around the world. The tour of the Collection will be led by a member of the curatorial team and include a visit to its art storage rooms and technical workshop.
About Rebecca Gregg
Rebecca works with public museums, private collectors and art dealers, leading an all-female team of conservators who focus on delivering practical solutions to complex conservation challenges. Rebecca was one of the specialist conservators from the BBC One programme Fake or Fortune.
This visit will provide an overview of the methods and tools used in conservation, including surface cleaning, structural repairs and retouching. Rebecca will also offer advice on how to judge the condition of a painting and will discuss the decision-making process that guides the treatment of each artwork, balancing historical accuracy with aesthetic considerations, offering valuable insights into considerations involved in preserving works of art.
