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TTOT164 Queen Mary’s Dolls’ House: 100th Anniversary

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Wed 15 May 2024
7:00pm-8:30pm (UK)
Online via Zoom

Image credit: Royal Collection Trust / His Majesty King Charles III 2024

On display at Windsor Castle, Queen Mary's Dolls' House is the largest and most famous dolls' house in the world. It was built between 1921 and 1924 for Queen Mary, consort of King George V, by one of the most eminent contemporary British architect, Sir Edwin Lutyens.

To celebrate the 100th anniversary since the Dolls' House was first displayed, Senior Curator of Decorative Arts Kathryn Jones joins us to share some of her personal highlights from the tiny objects on display in the Dolls' House. These include a miniature stately eighteenth-century style bed which was made by the Royal School of Needlework and donated by our founder, Princess Christian (the mother of Princess Marie Louise).

Intended to serve as a true record of life in Edwardian England, the house has running water, electric lights and contains works from over 1,500 of the finest artists, craftspeople and manufacturers of the early 20th century. During her fascinating talk, Kathryn will also provide insight into the process of how the house is conserved for future generations of visitors to enjoy.

About this Online Talk

This event is a live online talk at the given date and time.  You will need access to a suitable computer (with audio/video), tablet or smartphone device. Please note that after booking, you will receive your personalised Zoom invite via email one or two days before each event. 

Attendees Outside the UK

This Talk will run from 7pm to 8:30pm (19:00 to 20:30 hours) UK local time. If you are outside of the UK please check your local time, particularly if your location changes to/from Daylight Savings Time on a different schedule to the UK during March/April. To check and convert times please visit TimeAndDate.com.

Supporting the RSN

The minimum requested donation for this talk is £7.50 per person, but you may donate a higher value of your choosing if you wish. Please note that Gift Aid is only applicable for donations over £7.50. As a charity, we are very grateful for any support you can give us to put towards the RSN's essential costs. Thank you.

For details on further RSN events, please visit our Online Talks page. 

 

Image credit: Royal Collection Trust / His Majesty King Charles III 2024

On display at Windsor Castle, Queen Mary’s Dolls’ House is the largest and most famous dolls’ house in the world. It was built between 1921 and 1924 for Queen Mary, consort of King George V, by one of the most eminent contemporary British architect, Sir Edwin Lutyens.

To celebrate the 100th anniversary since the Dolls’ House was first displayed, Senior Curator of Decorative Arts Kathryn Jones joins us to share some of her personal highlights from the tiny objects on display in the Dolls’ House. These include a miniature stately eighteenth-century style bed which was made by the Royal School of Needlework and donated by our founder, Princess Christian (the mother of Princess Marie Louise).

Intended to serve as a true record of life in Edwardian England, the house has running water, electric lights and contains works from over 1,500 of the finest artists, craftspeople and manufacturers of the early 20th century. During her fascinating talk, Kathryn will also provide insight into the process of how the house is conserved for future generations of visitors to enjoy.

About this Online Talk

This event is a live online talk at the given date and time.  You will need access to a suitable computer (with audio/video), tablet or smartphone device. Please note that after booking, you will receive your personalised Zoom invite via email one or two days before each event. 

Attendees Outside the UK

This Talk will run from 7pm to 8:30pm (19:00 to 20:30 hours) UK local time. If you are outside of the UK please check your local time, particularly if your location changes to/from Daylight Savings Time on a different schedule to the UK during March/April. To check and convert times please visit TimeAndDate.com.

Supporting the RSN

The minimum requested donation for this talk is £7.50 per person, but you may donate a higher value of your choosing if you wish. Please note that Gift Aid is only applicable for donations over £7.50. As a charity, we are very grateful for any support you can give us to put towards the RSN’s essential costs. Thank you.

For details on further RSN events, please visit our Online Talks page. 

 

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