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San Giorgio Maggiore by Twilight
MONET, Claude (1840 - 1926)
Date: 1908
Media: oil on canvas
Size: 65.2 x 92.4 cm
Acquired: 1952; Bequest; Gwendoline Davies
Accession Number: NMW A 2485
Collection: The Davies Sisters Collection
A view of the monastery island of San Giorgio, painted from the south-eastern end of Venice. On the right are faintly visible the dome of Santa Maria della Salute and the mouth of the Grand Canal. Every evening in late November 1908, Monet and his wife made gondola trips to enjoy 'these splendid sunsets which are unique in the world'. This work was purchased by Gwendoline Davies in 1912, directly from Monet's exhibition of his Venetian Scenes in Paris.
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Dear Pier,
Thank you for your enquiry. Gallery 16, which houses our wonderful Impressionist collection, has recently re-opened to the public. There you will be able to see six paintings by Monet, including this work.
We really hope you enjoy your visit!
With best wishes,
Jennifer Dudley
Curator: Art Collections Management and Access
Thank you very much for your enquiry. This painting currently has pride of place in Gallery 16 at National Museum Cardiff.
Best wishes,
Marc
Digital Team
I was wondering if this piece is on the display at the museum at the moment?
Thank you!
Thank you for your enquiry. This painting is back on display in Gallery 16 at National Museum Cardiff.
Best wishes,
Marc
Digital Team
Hi there Tony
Further to my earlier comment, I can confirm that San Giorgio Maggiore in Twilight is off display for conservation work at the moment, and is then part of the 6 venue Japan tour between March 2017 and June 2018. Once it is back from touring, the aim will be to redisplay it here in Cardiff.
Best wishes,
Sara
Hi there Tony,
Thanks for your enquiry. I will check with the Department of Art and get back to you.
Best wishes,
Sara
Digital Team