William Dobson served as the court artist to Charles I during the English Civil War, garnering acclaim as a significant 17th-century painter. He died at a young age, leaving about 60 paintings behind. Tate and the National Portrait Gallery have acquired his early self-portrait for £2.4 million, supported by the National Lottery Heritage Fund. In another effort, the George Eastman Museum is digitising the complete moving-image works of Bill Viola, enhancing the preservation of over 200 works intended for future generations.
William Dobson, a prominent painter of the 17th century, became the court artist for the exiled Charles I but died in poverty, leaving only around 60 paintings.
Tate and the National Portrait Gallery acquired Dobson's rare early self-portrait for £2.4m with support from the National Lottery Heritage Fund, showcasing its historical significance.
Bill Viola’s moving-image works are being digitised by the George Eastman Museum, a project intended to preserve his art for future generations and ensure its accessibility.
The Viola-Perov Trust's donation of over 200 works is part of a larger initiative to maintain and update the technology of Viola's artistic legacy.
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