Pitzhanger Late: Exploring Anthony Caro’s Child’s Tower Room
2023
27 July 2023
Pitzhanger Late: Exploring Anthony Caro’s Child’s Tower Room
Overview
Join us for an engaging evening to explore the labyrinthine intricacies of Child’s Tower Room (1983-84) with Michael Regan, its commissioner. Delve into the world of this remarkable sculpture on display at our Anthony Caro: The Inspiration of Architecture exhibition. This extraordinary work melds the realms of sculpture and architecture with its enchanting spiral steps and hidden chambers.
Child’s Tower Room came into existence when Michael Regan, whilst working as a curator for the Arts Council of Great Britain, envisioned an exhibition in the form of four rooms, each designed by a leading British artist. Anthony Caro, one of the artists invited by Regan, embraced this unique challenge. Thus Child’s Tower Room was born. The debut of this masterpiece in 1984 was not in a traditional gallery setting but in the iconic department store Liberty’s in London, provoking an exciting buzz in the art press and capturing public fascination.
Regan’s impressive career spans nearly 50 years, during which he has worked with prominent public institutions across the UK, including the Victoria & Albert Museum, London, The Whitworth Art Gallery, Manchester, The Arts Council of Great Britain, Hayward Gallery and Regional Touring, Canada House, London, and others. Currently, he serves as the Associate Curator of The Lightbox, Woking.
About Pitzhanger Lates
Every Thursday, experience the enchanting ambience of Pitzhanger Manor & Gallery with FREE admission starting from 5 pm. Join us for a diverse range of events, including engaging art workshops, captivating concerts, serene yoga sessions, and insightful talks by acclaimed artists. Visit our website to see what’s on, and plan your visit today.
The acclaimed British Turkish writer talks about her latest novel, a sweeping story of love and loss, memory and erasure, hurt and healing set between the 19th century and modern times.
Laura Cumming joins director of Pitzhanger Manor Clare Gough for an illustrated talk about her latest book which uncovers the fascinating and little-known story of the massive gunpowder explosion in 1654 in Holland that killed 32 year old Carel Fabritius, renowned painter of The Goldfinch and A View of Delft.
Whether you’re looking to hear from an iconic artist, craft your own unique jewellery, or explore the spirit of May Day through design, this event offers an inspiring mix of activities in a vibrant, welcoming space.
Whether you’re a seasoned crafter or a complete beginner, this laid-back jewellery-making session is all about having fun, making connections, and expressing yourself through beautiful, handmade necklaces or bracelets as you sip on a glass of bubbly!
Join Nicole Farhi and criminal defence solicitor Matt Foot for a discussion exploring the intersection of art and activism, asking how sculpture and legal advocacy can bring visibility to those who have been silenced.
Join us for a special evening as Aimee Ng, Curator at the Frick Collection in New York, engages in a captivating conversation with acclaimed artist Alison Watt about her current exhibition, “From Light,” at Pitzhanger Manor & Gallery.
Join us in June for our Thursday Late in collaboration with London Festival of Architecture. Celebrating 250 years since the birth of Turner, join Jennifer Francis (Director, Turner’s House), Clare Gough (Director, Pitzhanger), and Eddie Heathcote (Architecture & Design Critic) will discuss the formative voices that have shaped Pitzhanger Manor and Turner’s House.
Built as the dream homes of Sir John Soane and J.M.W. Turner, Pitzhanger Manor and Turner’s House have witnessed centuries of change. In this 250th year since Turner’s birth, Join Jennifer Francis (Director, Turner’s House), Gillian Darley (Author of ‘John Soane: An Accidental Romantic’), and Eddie Heathcote (Architecture & Design Critic) as they explore the layered and little known past of these spaces
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