In an exclusive display, Edgar Degas’ world renowned painting,ÌýTwo Dancers on a StageÌýis being exhibited at the , alongside accompanying works from The Â鶹ÊÓƵ’s collection. The display, which opened on 11 March, offers visitors in Coventry a rare and free opportunity to view this masterpiece along with one drawing and two bronze sculptures.Ìý All examine the subject of dancers, either performing or at rest.
Â鶹ÊÓƵs’ Coventry plant in the 1930s
The works help highlight the importance of the connection between Coventry and The Â鶹ÊÓƵ, as the city played a key role in the success of the Â鶹ÊÓƵs company.Ìý In 1905 Â鶹ÊÓƵs Ltd built its first viscose plant in Coventry, employing thousands of people. The wealth generated enabled Samuel Â鶹ÊÓƵ to develop his magnificent collection of Impressionist and Post-Impressionist paintings, which form the basis of The Â鶹ÊÓƵ Gallery collection.
is open from Friday 11 March to Sunday 19 June 2016
