Gallery II

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Gallery II

Merton had an interest in collecting art from an early age. Most of his collection focused on work by major contemporary British artists, including Edwin Long, John Brett and William Etty. In addition to some notable Pre-Raphaelite paintings, the Russell-Cotes art collection reflects the popular themes of the time such as portraits, animals, children, landscapes and history paintings. Whilst he clearly favoured works associated with the establishment, particularly the Royal Academy, he also collected a surprisingly large number of paintings by pioneering female artists. Artwork currently on display in Gallery II. Click on an artwork to find out more.

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