Wednesday 7th August 2024 at 6.00pm
Grosvenor Museum Society Private exhibition tour
The etchings of George Cuitt
The Grosvenor Museum exhibition of the etchings of George Cuitt opens in Gallery One on Thursday 18th July.
Jessie Petheram, Assistant Curator of Art and the co-curator of the exhibition has most kindly offered to give GMS members and guests an exclusive private tour of the exhibition.
George Cuitt the younger, described as “England’s Piranesi” (1779-1854) lived, etched, painted and was a drawing master in Chester between 1810-1821. His etchings of the buildings of Chester offer a personal vision of Chester’s medieval buildings overgrown with foliage, often dilapidated and neglected, and sheltering groups of impoverished townspeople.
In April 2023 we were fortunate to hear a lecture from Ian Dunn who has helped compile the comprehensive catalogue ‘The Etchings of George Cuitt’, published last April. Ian completed the intense work Peter Boughton had undertaken to prepare the catalogue. Ian offered us an insight into Cuitt’s life, working methods, and his output. This evening offers an unrivalled opportunity to view the etchings and discover a picturesque vision of Chester at the time of Regency England. The Grosvenor Museum has an unrivalled collection of Cuitt’s work.
Guests and members welcome. The cost is £5.00 per person which includes a welcome drink of wine or juice. All proceeds in aid of the Grosvenor Museum Society – the ‘Friends’ body of the Museum
Programme
6.00 – doors open, drinks and refreshments offered in the Newstead Gallery
Entrance fee £5, payable on the evening only – cash only please.
From 6.15 – tour(s) of the exhibition and opportunity to view the exhibition.
Close 7.15
Important – places must be reserved in advance. There can be no admission on the night without prior reservation. To reserve your place, please email info@grosvenormuseumsociety.co.uk – please state name, number of people attending and leave a contact telephone number.