Objects Up Close: Pride and Prejudice Illustrations

In this exclusive session, examine a range of illustrations for Pride and Prejudice from the 1890s through to the 1970s.

This special event will examine Pride and Prejudice from a new angle, via a wide range of illustrations from the very earliest illustrated editions of the 1890s through to those of the 1970s.

A range of early illustrated editions and artworks will be available, including Hugh Thomson’s gorgeous Peacock Edition of 1894, original artworks by Joan Hassall and CE Brock and Hugh Thomson’s printers’ proofs, before moving into the twentieth century with the first Penguin paperback of P&P, illustrated silver plaques and some garish pink covers from the 1970s. There will be a chance to discuss how different illustrations were made, printed and how they influenced each other, and how these are cared for now as part of the museum collection.

This event will be led by an expert on the collection who will guide you through Jane Austen’s most beloved novel, through illustrations.

The group will be kept small, so there will be plenty of opportunities to see objects up close, ask questions and discuss as we go along.

Tickets: £16.50 per person