How do I hang a watercolour?

Watercolours are sensitive to light and should be positioned away from direct sunlight to prevent the pigments from fading over time. Ensure the wall is dry and use appropriate fixings to support the weight of the heavy wooden frame safely.

Are these paintings original?

The selections shown are period works on paper created during the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries rather than modern reproductions. Many bear signatures, dates or inscriptions that tie them to specific artists and European travels.

What is the Grand Tour context?

The Grand Tour was a cultural journey through France and Italy undertaken by travellers collecting art and antiquities to bring home. Watercolours served as portable and evocative records of these scenic Italian destinations before the rise of photography.