Free Online Evening Talk
February 22nd 5.30pm-6.30pm
Samuel Courtauld: from Rayon to Impressionism
Since 2017 Greenfield Valley and The Courtauld have been collaborating to understand the impact of Courtauld textile mills in North Wales, and to uncover the stories of local people.
As part of this programme, this event will explore the life and legacy of Samuel Courtauld, chairman of the textile company in the 1920s and 30s when the mills first opened. Barnaby Wright, Deputy Head of the Courtauld Gallery, will discuss the philanthropy and collecting of Samuel and his wife, Elizabeth. Highlighting the ways in which the prosperity brought about by the success of rayon production benefitted arts and culture in the UK. While, Katherine Dunleavy, National Coordinator at The Courtauld, will introduce the Courtauld family and the path that led them to ownership of one of the world’s largest companies.
This event accompanies an exhibition, Voices of Courtauld, touring sites in Flintshire during 2021 and 2022.
To book a ticket please use the Eventbrite link below:
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/samuel-courtauld-from-rayon-to-impressionism-tickets-268793327077
Sarah Pevely
Curadur Cynorthwyol | Assistant Curator
Amgueddfa Dyffryn Maesglas | Greenfield Valley Museum
Hamdden a llyfrgelloedd
Aura
Leisure & libraries
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Email sarah.pevely@flintshire.gov.uk
www.aura.cymru | www.aura.wales
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