Kirsty MacNab : Safe Havens

The McManus: Dundee’s Art Gallery and Museum presents an exhibition of paintings from the collection of James Guthrie Orchar. This selection explores the way harbours were depicted frequently as a subject matter in 19th Century art.

James Guthrie Orchar (1823–1898) was a successful businessman, Provost of Broughty Ferry (1886–1898) and an art collector.The importance of the Orchar Collection has grown significantly in recent years, as it is the only one to survive intact.

Safe Havens is on at the McManus, Dundee, until the 12th January, 2014.

Find out more about the exhibition here

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