Shirley Craven and Hull Traders
Revolutionary Post-War Fabrics and Furniture
A major touring exhibition organised by the Ferens Art Gallery, Hull City Council shows -
- the fascinating story of Shirley Craven and Hull Traders
- a feast of inspirational post-war patterns
- 80 stunning Hull Traders textiles
- a special display tracing the career of Shirley Craven
- 30 featured artists and designers
- 20 pieces of tomotom furniture
- rare archive material and photographs
- the techniques of hand screen-printing and textile design
The exhibition is curated by leading 20th century design historian Lesley Jackson.
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Tour dates and venues
13 March - 9 May 2010
Bankfield Museum
Akroyd Park
Boothtown Road
Halifax
HX3 6HG
Tel: 01422 354 823 or 352 334
Email: bankfield.museum@calderdale.gov.uk
18 September - 30 October 2010
King’s Lynn Arts Centre
29 King Street
King’s Lynn
PE30 1HA
Tel: 01553 764 864
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15 January - 5 March 2011
Harris Museum and Art Gallery
Market Square
Preston
PR1 2PP
Tel: 01772 258248
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Have you visited the exhibition? Please give us your feedback by taking our online survey - you could win a copy of the book that accompanies the exhibition!
Exhibition press release (size: 229.1 Kb)