2nd June 2012, 10:02 AM | #1 |
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The Wallace Collection, London - rapier exhibition
Just to mention for anyone in London this summer - The Wallace Collection have a new exhibition "The Noble Art of the Sword - Fashion and Fencing in Renaissance Europe". Had a look yesterday, excellent material; it runs to 16th September 2012.
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2nd June 2012, 11:06 PM | #2 |
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Hi Colin,
Their web site does not mention an accompanying publication - did you notice one? When I attended the Wallace in 1990 they would not permit taking photos, not even by special appointment. I am curious to learn whether they have changed their policy. Best, Michael |
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According to their website:
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3rd June 2012, 01:51 AM | #4 |
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Thank you so much, Berkley,
And shame on me for overlooking that. Best, Michael |
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Catalog has now been released, at a remarkably reasonable price.
I just ordered my copy. Unfortunately it's a paper-back, no hard cover edition is available. But I hear that it is quite good, with excellent photos. |
3rd June 2012, 06:25 AM | #6 |
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Hi Michael
Your questions are already answered - photos without flash are allowed in the permanent exhibition galleries, and there is a very nice catalogue of the rapier exhibition. Wonderful collections of both European and Eastern Arms and Armour, also a good bookshop, cafe and free admission ! Regards Colin |
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