In an exclusive display, Edgar Degas’ world renowned painting,ÌýTwo Dancers on a StageÌýis being exhibited at the , alongside accompanying works from The Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵ’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.
Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵs’ Coventry plant in the 1930s
The works help highlight the importance of the connection between Coventry and The Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵ, as the city played a key role in the success of the Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵs company.Ìý In 1905 Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵs Ltd built its first viscose plant in Coventry, employing thousands of people. The wealth generated enabled Samuel Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵ to develop his magnificent collection of Impressionist and Post-Impressionist paintings, which form the basis of The Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵ Gallery collection.
is open from Friday 11 March to Sunday 19 June 2016
