There is a story behind every kiss...
This winter, join us in Ipswich for East Anglia’s once in a lifetime landmark exhibition, Kiss & Tell: Rodin and Suffolk Sculpture.
CHRISTCHURCH MANSION, IPSWICH
24 NOVEMBER 2018 – 28 APRIL 2019
Discover the tale behind the lovers in Auguste Rodin’s iconic life-size marble sculpture The Kiss and the work of literature that inspired it, Dante’s Inferno from The Divine Comedy. This monumental artwork, on loan from the Tate, is a significant piece in the history of sculpture.
Auguste Rodin
François Auguste René Rodin (known as Auguste Rodin) was a French sculptor born in Paris in 1840. Relatively unknown at first, his reputation grew and he became a significant sculptor of the era, and is considered by many to be the originator of modern sculpture.
Christchurch Mansion
Situated in the stunning surroundings of Christchurch Park, this Tudor mansion boasts 500 years of history and is one of Suffolk’s most treasured buildings.
Upcoming Events
Get a unique insight into the exhibition through talks by the curators and academics, or try your hand at sculpting. Our programme of events will supplement and enrich your experience of the exhibition.
December – april
Sketch Sundays
On the first Sunday of the month, be inspired by art and use the gallery space to draw, write or create your own response to the sculpture on display.
10 & 24 Mar, 7 & 21 Apr 2019
Family Yoga: Inspired by Sculpture
Build a healthy body and mind with yoga for all the family. Sessions will explore the theme of sculpture and works by Rodin.
Visiting the Exhibition
ADDRESS
Christchurch Mansion
Soane Street
Ipswich IP42BE
DATES
24 November 2018 - 28 April 2019
exhibition hours
Tue - Sat: 10am - 5pm
Sun: 11am - 5pm
Mon: Closed
Christchurch Mansion
Christchurch Mansion
Visiting the Exhibition
ADDRESS
Christchurch Mansion
Soane Street
Ipswich IP42BE
DATES
24 November 2018 - 28 April 2019
exhibition hours
Tue - Sat: 10am - 4pm
Sun: 11am - 4pm
