The Friends artwork restoration project

As you know there is more than meets the eye on at the Aigantighe. As well as curating exhibitions the staff manage an incredible permanent art collection, accumulated over the last century. Some of the artworks arrived in less than ideal state and are part of the Aigantighe restoration programme.

As part of our on-going contribution to the future of the Aigantighe, we have raised funds to pay a professional conservator to bring these artworks back to their former glory so that they are of exhibition standard. The artworks are all delicate paper works that include Etchings, Watercolour, Pastel, Pen and ink, all except for one were donated to the Gallery.

Thanks to your support, the Friends have raised $2951 to restore 11 artworks. The money was raised through the fundraising efforts of the committee via raffles, donations.

It is important to the Friends that the artwork will be available to not only to inspire the people of today but future generations at Aigantighe.

Albert James Rae (1884-1971). Boats. Etching on paper. Before and after conservation.

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BeFriended - 8 October 2011

Celebrating a collection of artworks recently restored with funds raised by the Friends

This exhibition showcases 11 artworks from the Permanent Collection which the Friends of Aigantighe have recently sponsored the professional restoration of. Had this not been done these artworks would have remained unseen. Many works which have been donated are not in ideal condition and this project ensured that these works amongst those in the worst condition could get urgent help. The exhibition will be on display until Winter 2012.

The Art Gallery staff greatly appreciate the fundraising and contribution of the Friends towards the project to restore these previously unviewable works on paper. – Dr Fiona Ciaran

This is a true example of the Friends of the Gallery bringing to bear their skills and energies to assist the gallery and ensure it maintains its position as a special place in New Zealand. – Peter, Field President

We are so excited to see the exhibition become a reality as the committee has worked so hard to raise funds. We hope that the public will enjoy seeing the works at the gallery and leave inspired. – Roselyn Cloake, Past President

Peter Field (President) Roselyn Cloake (Past President) recieve a run down from Dr Fiona Ciaran (Gallery Director).

Featured on the wall is a Giovanni Piranesi ( 1720 - 1778 ). Pyramid of Caius Cestius. c.1745.
Etching on paper. Before conservation. Adopted by the Friends $343.40

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Restored Artwork - adopted by the Friends

Artwork that have been restored with the help of the Friends fundraising efforts

Betty Curnow (1911–2005). Power and Glory. 1971. Etching on paper – proof.
Frank Short (1857 – 1945). Broadstairs Pier. Etching on paper.
Frederick Aldridge (1850–1933). Brig Sailing into Port. Watercolour on paper.
Albert James Rae (1885–1971). Caroline Bay. 1923. Etching on paper.
James Greig. Untitled – Portrait. Etching on paper.
Sir James Guthrie (1859–1930). Navvy. 1890. Pastel on paper.
Unknown. Alexander Grant. Pencil and watercolour on cardboard.
George Lambert (1873–1930). Untitled. Pen and ink drawing on paper.
Albert James Rae (1885–1971). Boats. Etching on paper.
Leonard Squirrell(1893–1979). Untitled – Landscape. Etching and drypoint on paper
Giovanni Piranesi (1720–78). Pyramid of Caius Cestus. c.1745. Etching on paper.

A.J. RAE (1885-1971) Caroline Bay (1923). Etching on paper.
Before conservation. Adopted by the Friends $233.30

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Betty Curnow (1911- 2005). Power and Glory. Proof. 1971.
Etching on paper.
Before conservation. Adopted by the Friends: $268.75

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Frank Short (1857-1945). Broadstairs Pier.. Etching on paper.
Before conservation. Adopted by the Friends: $198.25

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F. J. Aldridge (1850-1933) Brig Sailing into Port. 1921.
Watercolour on paper.
Before conservation. Adopted by the Friends: $395.45

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Jason Greig. Untitled. Portrait.. Etching on paper.
Before conservation. Adopted by the Friends $350.85

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Sir James Guthrie (1859-1930). Navvy. 1890. Pastel on paper.
Before conservation. Adopted by the Friends $314.05 a

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Unknown artist ( signed H. J. W. ). Alexander Grant.
Pencil and watercolour on card.
Before conservation. Adopted by the Friends $155.00

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George Lambert ( 1873 - 1930 ). Untitled.
Pen and Ink drawing on paper..
Before conservation. Adopted by the Friends $333.65

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A. J. Rae ( 1885 - 1971 ). Boats. Etching on paper.
Before conservation. Adopted by the Friends $149.35

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Leonard Squirrell ( 1893 - 1979 ). Untitled—Landscape.
Etching and drypoint on paper.
Before conservation. Adopted by the Friends $209..05

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Giovanni Piranesi ( 1720 - 1778 ). Pyramid of Caius Cestius. c.1745.
Etching on paper.
Before conservation. Adopted by the Friends $343.40

Permission of Aigantighe Art Gallery must be obtained before any re-use of this image. Visit the Aigantighe Art Gallery website for contact information: http://www.timaru.govt.nz/art-gallery.html

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Would you like to adopt an artwork?

Keep an eye on this webpage for a list and images of works which you might like to personally sponsor the restoration of.
We are certified as a charitable entity and can offer tax deductions on donations recieved.

How to sponsor an artwork

If you would like to support the professional restoration of a particular art work from Aigantighe's collection please contact the Director of the Aigantighe Art Gallery, 49 Wai iti Road, Timaru, 03 688 4424.

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