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RA250 stories: hidden treasures of the RA Collection

Behind the scenes

By the RA video team

Published 10 May 2017

In 2018 we’re unveiling new spaces to display the Royal Academy’s Collection. In this video, we take a look at some of the treasures that will be on show, including the UK’s only sculpture by Michelangelo.

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    RA250 stories: hidden treasures of the RA Collection

    The RA Collection spans centuries of art history, including books, sculptures, paintings, sketches and artistic ephemera. Many of the artworks are ‘diploma works’ given to the Academy by artists to mark their election as Royal Academicians.

    In preparation for the RA’s 250th anniversary in 2018, the Collections team is busy deciding which of these artworks and objects will be exhibited in the new expanded spaces. Collections Project Manager Alexandra Burnett introduces some of her personal highlights and gives us a close-up look at Michelangelo’s Taddei Tondo ahead of its redisplay in 2018.

    Video: Warm Films.

  • The RA250 Stories video series goes behind the scenes to reveal the ideas and people behind the transformation of the Royal Academy ahead of our 250th anniversary in 2018. Watch earlier episodes here. This video series is supported by the Heritage Lottery Fund.

    Visit the RA250 page for more information about the plans for our 250th anniversary in 2018.

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