William Nicholson’s greatest invention? The image of the artist

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Event Details

Event Date:

16-04-2026

Start time: 18:00

End time: 19:00

Event Short Description

Explore how Nicholson’s persona became one of his most enduring works of art with Stephen Calloway

Event Information

In this illustrated talk, celebrated curator and aesthete Stephen Calloway explores how William Nicholson’s carefully crafted public persona, captured in portraits and photographs across his long career, became one of his most enduring works of art.

The 1890s was an exciting decade that saw the rise of a remarkable generation of young artists, all eager to make their mark. Among them, Nicholson stood out not only for the startling innovation of his work but also for the way he presented himself to the world.

This talk will shine a light on how style, self-presentation, and creativity combined to shape both Nicholson’s legacy and the very idea of the modern artist.

Admission Details

Adult: 18

Child:

Child Age Limit:

Concession Details: 16.20

Organiser Details

Name: Poppy Baker

Email: poppybaker@hotmail.com

Website: https://pallant.org.uk/whats-on/talk-william-nicholsons-greatest-invention-the-image-of-the-artist-with-stephen-calloway/

Venue Details

Address: Pallant House Gallery, Chichester, West Sussex, Po19 1TJ

Telephone: 07983 117432

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