30th June – 15th September
Second Floor -
Galleries 1, 2 & 3
From fierce creatures to timorous beasties there are some intriguing guests at the Harris this summer. Tamed and Framed explores the relationship between humans and animals and the way this has been portrayed in art and craft since 1650 to the present day. A diverse range of both traditional and contemporary work is displayed, including a fascinating life size sculpture of a giraffe by contemporary artist Laura Ford, a dramatic painting of a horse at war by Richard Ansdell and tiny, intricate model toys of Beatrix Potter characters.
Work has been specifically selected from the Harris Collections, the Arts Council Collection and a local private collector. The exhibition spans the centuries to include a 19th century Landseer painting of a Springer Spaniel, contemporary photography of cows by Keith Arnatt, 18th century ceramics depicting bear baiting and exciting works by up and coming UK artists Robert Platt and Sarah Douglas.
The exhibition has a great programme of events and ‘hands on’ activities. Discover amazing facts about the creatures we share our world with. Tamed & Framed is an exhibition for all ages to enjoy with opportunities for all the family to get involved. For details of family activities available, click here.
Second Floor -
Galleries 1, 2 & 3
Sir Edwin Landseer, Puppy Teasing a Frog, 1824
Work has been specifically selected from the Harris Collections, the Arts Council Collection and a local private collector. The exhibition spans the centuries to include a 19th century Landseer painting of a Springer Spaniel, contemporary photography of cows by Keith Arnatt, 18th century ceramics depicting bear baiting and exciting works by up and coming UK artists Robert Platt and Sarah Douglas.
The exhibition has a great programme of events and ‘hands on’ activities. Discover amazing facts about the creatures we share our world with. Tamed & Framed is an exhibition for all ages to enjoy with opportunities for all the family to get involved. For details of family activities available, click here.
Laura Ford, Giraffe, 1988. Arts Council Collection, Southbank Centre London
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