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Self-portrait sparks fresh appreciation for one of Britain’s best-loved artists and nationwide ‘Year of Wright’
Derby Museum and Art Gallery reveals a rarely seen intimate side to the internationally-renowned artist Joseph Wright (1734 – ...
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'Final' Joseph Wright self-portrait up for auction
What is thought to be the final self-portrait by renowned UK artist Joseph Wright is going up for auction. The oil painting of the Derby artist is expected to fetch between £60,000 and £80,000 ...
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Exhibition for city's 'most famous artistic son'
Derby Museums Trust Joseph Wright of Derby was known for showcasing ... to portray industry through art work alongside traditional landscapes and portraits The National Gallery said the exhibition ...
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Joseph Wright self-portrait up for auction but it's unlikely to come to Derby
A self-portrait of Derby's most famous painter - Joseph Wright - is up for auction in London next week but it doesn't look as if it will be heading back to the city any time soon. The painting is ...
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'Final' Joseph Wright self-portrait up for auction
The self-portrait depicts renowned British painter Joseph Wright at the age of 59 What is thought to be the final self-portrait by renowned UK artist Joseph Wright is going up for auction.