Kettle’s Yard

Kettle’s Yard

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Kettle’s Yard is a house and art gallery located in Cambridge, England. It was the home of Jim and Helen Ede, who collected art and artefacts from around the world. The house was donated to the University of Cambridge in 1966 and was opened to the public as an art gallery in 1970. The collection includes works by artists such as Henri Gaudier-Brzeska, Barbara Hepworth, and Ben Nicholson, as well as ceramics, textiles, and other artefacts from around the world.

The collection of Kettle’s Yard is mainly focused on the work of British Artists of the 20th century.

Some of the most famous and well-known pieces in the collection include:

  • Sculptures by Barbara Hepworth such as “Single Form” and “Two Forms (Divided Circle)”
  • Paintings by Ben Nicholson such as “1930 (White Relief)”
  • Ceramics by Bernard Leach
  • Paintings by Alfred Wallis
  • Sculptures by Henri Gaudier-Brzeska
  • Textile works by John Piper

These are just some examples, and Kettle’s Yard has a vast collection of many other important and interesting works of art and artefacts from around the world.

It’s worth noting that the collection may change from time to time, depending on the displays and exhibitions being held at the gallery. They also have temporary exhibitions, lectures, and other events throughout the year. Kettle’s Yard is considered a unique and intimate space that allows visitors to experience art in a domestic setting.

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