The World of James Tannock Mackelvie: A Victorian Collector
Schedule
Tue May 07 2024 at 06:00 pm
UTC+12:00Location
Auckland Museum | Auckland, AU
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Join speakers Mary Kisler MNZM, Grace Lai and Dr Sophie Matthiesson as they share their thoughts and insights on James Tannock Mackelvie and his collection. The introductory talks are followed by a panel discussion chaired by Finn McCahon-Jones.TUES 7 MAY, 6PM
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James Tannock Mackelvie was a Glaswegian Scot who lived and worked in Auckland from 1865 to 1871. He made a fortune in land speculation and gold mining investments before returning to London, and was perhaps, Auckland's single biggest arts benefactor.
Mackelvie was a prodigious collector and from the beginning, intended his acquisitions to one day form a teaching collection in New Zealand. Auckland Museum holds all the applied arts that Mackelvie donated to Auckland, both while he was alive and on his death. Paintings and sculptures are held in the Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki and books are held in the Auckland Library Ngā Pātaka Kōrero o Tāmaki Makaurau.
The event is presented in partnership with the Auckland Museum and open to members of Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki and the Mackelvie Society.
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Where is it happening?
Auckland Museum, Auditorium, Museum Cirt, Parnell, Auckland 1010, New Zealand,Auckland, New ZealandEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
