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Plaster Collection (#7)

"Unveiling the Artistry of Plaster: From Minoan Crete to Dalí's Studio" Step into the world of plaster, a versatile material that has left its mark throughout history

Background imagePlaster Collection: A Simple Dining-Room in a Quiet Country House, at the Dorset Arms, Withyham (b / w photo)

A Simple Dining-Room in a Quiet Country House, at the Dorset Arms, Withyham (b / w photo)
5990162 A Simple Dining-Room in a Quiet Country House, at the Dorset Arms, Withyham (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imagePlaster Collection: Holkham II. 23, folio from Album Ashby II (w / c on paper)

Holkham II. 23, folio from Album Ashby II (w / c on paper)
5673788 Holkham II. 23, folio from Album Ashby II (w/c on paper) by Bartoli, Francesco (1675-1730); 34.4x34 cm; By kind permission of the Earl of Leicester

Background imagePlaster Collection: A ceiling fragment, decorated with elaborate scrolls and foliate devices

A ceiling fragment, decorated with elaborate scrolls and foliate devices
1195260 A ceiling fragment, decorated with elaborate scrolls and foliate devices, 1906-1908 (plaster) by Sullivan, Louis (1856-1924)

Background imagePlaster Collection: Large Bacchante, 1907 (plaster and pedestal of sculpted wood)

Large Bacchante, 1907 (plaster and pedestal of sculpted wood)
1071866 Large Bacchante, 1907 (plaster and pedestal of sculpted wood) by Bourdelle, Emile-Antoine (1861-1929); 184.1x52.1x15.9 cm; Dallas Museum of Art, Texas, USA; General Acquisitions Fund; French

Background imagePlaster Collection: A view between the roofs of Kings College Chapel, Cambridge (engraving)

A view between the roofs of Kings College Chapel, Cambridge (engraving)
3099447 A view between the roofs of Kings College Chapel, Cambridge (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A view between the roofs of Kings College Chapel)

Background imagePlaster Collection: Preparation de l enduit pour une peinture a fresque (engraving)

Preparation de l enduit pour une peinture a fresque (engraving)
3645751 Preparation de l enduit pour une peinture a fresque (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Preparation de l enduit pour une peinture a fresque)

Background imagePlaster Collection: Crito closing the eyes of Socrates, 1790-92 (plaster)

Crito closing the eyes of Socrates, 1790-92 (plaster)
3497488 Crito closing the eyes of Socrates, 1790-92 (plaster) by Canova, Antonio (1757-1822); 126x277 cm; Fondazione Cariplo, Milan, Lombardy

Background imagePlaster Collection: Whitewasher and Plasterer (engraving)

Whitewasher and Plasterer (engraving)
2802013 Whitewasher and Plasterer (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Whitewasher and Plasterer)

Background imagePlaster Collection: Gentle Emetic, published by Hannah Humphrey, 1804 (coloured engraving)

Gentle Emetic, published by Hannah Humphrey, 1804 (coloured engraving)
NCO260482 Gentle Emetic, published by Hannah Humphrey, 1804 (coloured engraving) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); Courtesy of the Warden and Scholars of New College, Oxford; English, out of copyright

Background imagePlaster Collection: Mythological Scene with the Zodiac (fresco)

Mythological Scene with the Zodiac (fresco)
FTB96861 Mythological Scene with the Zodiac (fresco) by Italian School, (18th century); Palazzo Soranzo Piovene, Venice, Italy; Italian, out of copyright

Background imagePlaster Collection: Plaster medallion (plaster)

Plaster medallion (plaster)
1203549 Plaster medallion (plaster) by Frampton, George James (1860-1928); diam: 10.3 cm; Leeds Museums and Galleries (Leeds Art Gallery) U.K.; eLeeds Museums and Galleries; English, out of copyright

Background imagePlaster Collection: The Battle of the Cataplasm, pub. 1773 (engraving)

The Battle of the Cataplasm, pub. 1773 (engraving)
2488791 The Battle of the Cataplasm, pub. 1773 (engraving) by Bunbury, Henry William (1750-1811); Private Collection; (add.info.: One of a series of illustrations to Tristram Shandy showing Dr)

Background imagePlaster Collection: The Preparing of Coronation Decorations (engraving)

The Preparing of Coronation Decorations (engraving)
1629736 The Preparing of Coronation Decorations (engraving) by Frenzeny, Paul (1840-1902); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Preparing of Coronation Decorations)

Background imagePlaster Collection: Herbert Read and Robert F MacDonald, Architects (b / w photo)

Herbert Read and Robert F MacDonald, Architects (b / w photo)
3652290 Herbert Read and Robert F MacDonald, Architects (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Herbert Read and Robert F MacDonald, Architects)

Background imagePlaster Collection: Section through Suburban House (litho)

Section through Suburban House (litho)
3650890 Section through Suburban House (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Section through Suburban House)

Background imagePlaster Collection: Building materials (colour litho)

Building materials (colour litho)
3099318 Building materials (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Building materials)

Background imagePlaster Collection: Sarah Bernhardt, (painted plaster)

Sarah Bernhardt, (painted plaster)
827072 Sarah Bernhardt, (painted plaster) by Gerome, Jean Leon (1824-1904); 68 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Sarah Bernhardt. Jean Leon Gerome (1824-1904). Painted plaster bust

Background imagePlaster Collection: Studenting (engraving)

Studenting (engraving)
1063551 Studenting (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Studenting. Illustration for The Graphic)

Background imagePlaster Collection: Arcadia, 1883. Creator: Thomas Eakins

Arcadia, 1883. Creator: Thomas Eakins
Arcadia, 1883

Background imagePlaster Collection: Eakins Hand, c. 1894. Creator: Samuel Murray

Eakins Hand, c. 1894. Creator: Samuel Murray
Eakins Hand, c. 1894

Background imagePlaster Collection: Study after William Rushs 'Water Nymph and Bittern', c. 1876 / cast c. 1931

Study after William Rushs "Water Nymph and Bittern", c. 1876 / cast c. 1931
Study after William Rushs " Water Nymph and Bittern", c. 1876/cast c. 1931

Background imagePlaster Collection: The Concierge, 1883 / cast c. 1899-1910. Creator: Medardo Rosso

The Concierge, 1883 / cast c. 1899-1910. Creator: Medardo Rosso
The Concierge, 1883/cast c. 1899-1910

Background imagePlaster Collection: Portrait Bust of Benjamin Eakins, 1894. Creators: Thomas Eakins, Samuel Murray

Portrait Bust of Benjamin Eakins, 1894. Creators: Thomas Eakins, Samuel Murray
Portrait Bust of Benjamin Eakins, 1894

Background imagePlaster Collection: The Walking Priest (Father Turner), 1903. Creator: Samuel Murray

The Walking Priest (Father Turner), 1903. Creator: Samuel Murray
The Walking Priest (Father Turner), 1903

Background imagePlaster Collection: Study after William Rushs 'George Washington', c. 1876 / cast c. 1931

Study after William Rushs "George Washington", c. 1876 / cast c. 1931
Study after William Rushs " George Washington", c. 1876/cast c. 1931

Background imagePlaster Collection: Paulette, 1907. Creator: Charles Despiau

Paulette, 1907. Creator: Charles Despiau
Paulette, 1907

Background imagePlaster Collection: Vernet, Carle, 1828. Creator: Jean-Pierre Dantan

Vernet, Carle, 1828. Creator: Jean-Pierre Dantan
Vernet, Carle, 1828

Background imagePlaster Collection: The Maniac

The Maniac
Mister Solo

Background imagePlaster Collection: Gorges

Gorges
Michel Guyot

Background imagePlaster Collection: Unsure between

Unsure between
Carlo Ferrara

Background imagePlaster Collection: Someone Else's Dream

Someone Else's Dream
Milena Seita

Background imagePlaster Collection: Get A Puppy, They Said

Get A Puppy, They Said
Mike Melnotte

Background imagePlaster Collection: Comedian Les Dawson, currently appearing at the Queens Theatre, Blackpool

Comedian Les Dawson, currently appearing at the Queens Theatre, Blackpool, is looking forward to a weekend off - on Doctors orders

Background imagePlaster Collection: Picture shows an injured British airmen, shot down over The Netherlands

Picture shows an injured British airmen, shot down over The Netherlands, but still smiling. He is not named. Picture taken 16th May 1940

Background imagePlaster Collection: Builders who are involved in the restoration of Brighton Pavilion seen here on the roof

Builders who are involved in the restoration of Brighton Pavilion seen here on the roof. 4th March 1954

Background imagePlaster Collection: Two pals in the same fix - Barry Blackwood, aged 5, of Woolston

Two pals in the same fix - Barry Blackwood, aged 5, of Woolston, Southampton and his six-month-old Labrador pet Rocky. Rocky broke his leg on his way to meet Barry from school when a car hit him

Background imagePlaster Collection: An injured boy at the Doctors Surgery at Sandy Bay Caravan site, near Exmouth, Devon

An injured boy at the Doctors Surgery at Sandy Bay Caravan site, near Exmouth, Devon. 14th July 1961

Background imagePlaster Collection: Two children taxi drivers outing 1963 Liam Docherty

Two children taxi drivers outing 1963 Liam Docherty and Anne baxter from Glasgow blowing up a balloon taxi drivers annual outing Glasgow to troon hurt head bandage plaster UNSEEN SCOTLAND PLAY BATCH

Background imagePlaster Collection: Putting their bad feet forward - Birminghams injured strike force of Keith Bertschin

Putting their bad feet forward - Birminghams injured strike force of Keith Bertschin and Trevor Francis. September 1978 P003794

Background imagePlaster Collection: Down but far from out, is Birmingham Citys captain Ron Wylie

Down but far from out, is Birmingham Citys captain Ron Wylie, who seems cheerful enough at his Nottingham home. 29th October 1966

Background imagePlaster Collection: Mrs Sindy Bell seen here helping vet Robert White during the opening of a new wing by

Mrs Sindy Bell seen here helping vet Robert White during the opening of a new wing by the Duchess of Beaufort 22nd June 1970

Background imagePlaster Collection: Mrs Cindy Bell seen here helping vet Robert White during the opening of a new wing by

Mrs Cindy Bell seen here helping vet Robert White during the opening of a new wing by the Duchess of Beaufort 22nd June 1970

Background imagePlaster Collection: Eusebio the Portugese inside forward leaves Old Trafford tonight after the World Cup

Eusebio the Portugese inside forward leaves Old Trafford tonight after the World Cup group game against Hungary in which he collided with Hungarys goalkeeper. July 1966 P009854

Background imagePlaster Collection: 1982 World Cup Finals in Spain. Injured English fans during the tournament

1982 World Cup Finals in Spain. Injured English fans during the tournament. June 1982




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"Unveiling the Artistry of Plaster: From Minoan Crete to Dalí's Studio" Step into the world of plaster, a versatile material that has left its mark throughout history. In ancient times, Minoan artists adorned their palaces in Crete with intricate plaster designs, showcasing their creativity and skill. One such masterpiece is the Prince of the Lilies fresco, depicting a noble figure surrounded by delicate floral motifs. Fast forward to more recent times, and we find ourselves captivated by the surrealistic creations within Dalí's Studio. Here, plaster becomes a medium for imagination as Salvador Dalí molds his eccentric visions into tangible forms. But plaster's influence extends beyond art studios; it can be found even in unexpected places. Take Sparrowes House in Ipswich, Suffolk – also known as The Ancient House – where ornate plasterwork adorns its historic walls, transporting visitors back to another era and has played a role in preserving history itself. In Pompeii's Macellum, an injured man's body was encased in a plaster cast after Mount Vesuvius' devastating eruption froze him forever in time. This haunting image serves as a reminder of both tragedy and resilience. In medicine and first aid practices alike, plaster proves invaluable. St John Ambulance provides essential care with their first aid hampers equipped with this vital material - ready to mend broken bones or support injuries when needed most. Meanwhile, on stage and screen alike, actors like Vivien Leigh have donned elaborate costumes made from casts created by talented artist Angus McBean using none other than. . plaster. Beyond its practical uses lies yet another facet of beauty - Atauriques - delicate patterns carved into wet plaster before drying to create stunning decorative elements seen across various architectural styles around the world. Even science finds value in this humble substance; microscopic images reveal how antiseptic pads are constructed using plaster, ensuring cleanliness and protection in wound care.