A look behind the scenes at the Bank of England's art collection.
The Bank of England sets the leading interest rate for the UK and also regulates the UK’s financial services industry – its actions affect everyone in the country. It has also accumulated, since its foundation in 1694, an impressive range of artworks. Some are easily visible on the outside of the Bank’s City of London building in Threadneedle Street, whilst others are on display inside the building. During his lecture, Tim Kidd will show pictures of the artworks and explain their background. You can expect to hear about architecture, statues, mosaics and, of course, the intricate designs on the banknotes. There will be no free samples!
How to book this event:
Guests are welcome for a fee of £10 payable on the night but please contact our Membership Secretary at shahazhanchoudhury@yahoo.co.uk to make sure we have space.
THE ARTS SOCIETY ACCREDITED LECTURER
Mr Tim Kidd
Tim Kidd has been a London Blue Badge and City of London guide since 2008. He presents Adult Education courses on London for Surrey County Council and the London Borough of Kingston and is on the rotas of guides for Lincoln’s Inn, Middle Temple, Guildhall Art Gallery and Mansion House.
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