Zoffany evening

An evening of art and discussion about the life of Zoffany in India and the influence he continues to have today
Penny and Sarah met in India in 2005 on a journey which followed in the footsteps of 18th century British artists. At the time Penny was writing her acclaimed book on Johan Zoffany, one of these artists, which was published in 2009.
The evening will begin with Penny talking about her years of research and include much anecdotal material which had to be left out of the final book – for example the romances, illness, dangers and heavy drinking that went on in the Subcontinent – the talk will be illustrated with slides. Penny and Sarah will then talk about their own journey and Sarah will explain how Zoffany’s paintings inspired some of her own work – which you can see around you. Other British artists who were in Calcutta at the time will be included in the evening.
Johan Zoffany – Read a short biography of Zoffany*Ticket price deducted from any purchase