Auckland Castle is set to host a captivating new art exhibit showcasing rarely seen European masterpieces this summer. From July 6, works by 17th-century Dutch and Flemish artists such as Rembrandt, David Teniers, and Paulus Potter will be displayed alongside Spanish, French, and Italian masterpieces. The Bishop Trevor Gallery, created by the affluent 18th-century Bishop of Durham Richard Trevor, will serve as the venue.
Known for his fondness for the arts, the Bishop, also known as 'Saint Durham' amassed a significant collection, including Francisco de Zurbarán’s 'Jacob and his Twelve Sons' series. (Image: Andrea Belvedere) This series, which was bought in 1756, continues to be a cherished part of the Long Dining Room at the castle. The forthcoming exhibition employs Zurbarán’s paintings as the inception point, guiding visitors on a voyage through seventeenth-century Europe.
Viewers will be presented with an array of art forms from Zurbarán's contemporaries. Diverse artistic genres from large-scale Biblical interpretations to quotidian Dutch scenes will provide distinct national painting approaches, whilst also spotlighting their shared influences. Most read Darlington Memorial nurses speak publicly in trans legal battle Family's tribute after death of Darlington dad-of-two Victorian-era home in Shotley Bridge hits market for £630,000 Stay informed as the stakes get higher as election day approaches.
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