Showing 6–10 of 22 exhibitions
Harewood Rum Story
3 April – 29 June 2015
Harewood is a treasure trove of mysterious objects telling countless tales from the past. The Harewood Rum is one such story which visitors explored in 2015. It's a fascinating tale that begins life in the Caribbean, where Henry Lascelles made a fortune so great, he was able to build Harewood House. In 2011, a great discovery was found … Read more
The Art of Conservation
3 April – 1 November 2015
Harewood House Trust is home to one of the most important collections of Georgian furniture in Britain. Representing world famous furniture maker Thomas Chippendale’s biggest commission, Harewood has a significant number of pieces which we care for and protect. From the luxurious State Bed to the carved, wooden curtain pelmets in the Gallery, … Read more
Henry Moore at Harewood
21 June – 2 November 2014
In the landscape: Large Reclining Figure In the Terrace Gallery: Henry Moore: In the Arts Council Collection It had long been an ambition to bring Yorkshire born Henry Moore to Harewood. In 1980 the 7th Earl and Countess of Harewood discussed with him their hopes of one day seeing his work in Harewood’s beautiful landscape. Sadly, Moore … Read more
Yesterday
18 April – 6 June 2014
Alongside In Pursuit of the Exquisite, a complimentary contemporary exhibition in the Terrace Gallery, Yesterday, featured the work of artists Dan Scott and Michelle Taylor. This exhibition incorporating ceramics, music and sound explored how objects powerfully connect us to the past and in this respect for both artists the iconic and … Read more
In Pursuit of the Exquisite: Royal Sèvres from Versailles to Harewood
18 April – 2 November 2014
The Sèvres factory opened in 1740, survived the turmoil of the French Revolution, and is still manufacturing porcelain today. At a certain moment in history their exquisite wares were among the most desirable and sought after objects in Europe, obsessively collected by aristocratic and royal patrons. In the second half of the 18th century … Read more