Moving DeMorgan and Mander Family Photos

A few weeks ago saw the exciting arrival of pieces from the DeMorgan Foundation, which are on loan to the Wightwick Manor until the end of August. We both had the opportunity to learn more about how loans are processed, how they are catalogued on CMS and were also able to watch and help with the DeMorgan tiles being placed in the Great Parlour cabinets. It was a truly wonderful chance to examine these exquisitely crafted tiles up close, to be able to handle them and learn about the considerations for displaying them.

Below are photographs of the tiles ready to be moved to be displayed.

Below, the tiles looking as if they have always been here, effortlessly complementing the Great Parlour aesthetic. We took a few quick pictures before the cabinets were locked.

Also, as part of our on going research for one of our major projects of our traineeship, we have both been investigating Wightwick's extensive and fascinating archive to unearth stories and photographs that we can incorporate into short videos about the family, house and collection.

 And finally, considering it was such a beautiful day, we thought we'd include a photograph of one of the lovely views of nature at Wightwick, framed through the office window. It makes us feel incredibly lucky, as not many can boast of such a view to inspire them while working.