A stunning new exhibition showcasing some of the finest examples of Victorian art goes on display at Blenheim Palace from February 10th – April 16th 2018.

Victorian Passions and Pursuits depicts the development of art throughout the 19th century with works by J.M.W. Turner, Edward Burne-Jones, Dante Gabriel Rossetti, James McNeill Whistler, Richard Dadd and Aubrey Beardsley.

Drawn from the internationally acclaimed Cecil Higgins Art Gallery Collection demonstrates how wildly differing styles ranging from the older traditional artists to the Aesthetes, the Pre-Raphaelites to the Decadents and the Social Satirists to the Exquisites all grew and flourished alongside one another.

The new exhibition will also incorporate a series of never-before-seen botanical watercolours by Lady Susan Stewart, the 5th Duchess of Marlborough.

Alongside the artworks, Blenheim Palace is returning several of its magnificent State Rooms to the way they would have looked during Queen Victoria's reign.

Utilising unique early images of the Palace taken by the renowned Oxford photographer Henry Taunt, the Great Hall, Saloon and Second State Room will all be given a Victorian makeover.

To complete the theme there will also be a display in the Library highlighting the filming of 'Young Victoria' which starred Emily Blunt at Blenheim Palace and featuring images, costume and a selection of props used in the film.

What: Victorian Passions & Pursuits at Blenheim Palace
When: 10 February – 16 April, 2018
Why Visit: Enjoy a new immersive exhibition taking visitors on a journey
Admission: Palace, Park & Gardens Ticket
Website: blenheimpalace.com

For more information please contact:

Melodie Manners | melodie@flamingo-marketing.co.uk | 01637 873379 or 07815 709548

Notes to editors

• Concession price available for over-60s and students. Excludes weekends and Bank Holidays
• Blenheim Palace is a member of the Green Tourism Business Scheme.
• Blenheim Palace is a member of the Treasure Houses of England, 10 of the most magnificent palaces, stately homes and castles in England www.treasurehouses.co.uk

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