Munnings Art Museum Marks 65th Anniversary with Exhibition and Catalogue Raisonné Project

The Munnings Art Museum at Castle House is celebrating its 65th anniversary with a new exhibition, "Pictures from Private Collections; The Influence of John Constable." This commemorative event also includes the announcement of a comprehensive catalogue raisonné project dedicated to the works of Sir Alfred Munnings.

The exhibition, currently on view, presents a selection of paintings by Sir Alfred Munnings sourced from private collections, many of which have seldom been exhibited publicly. A central theme of the presentation is an examination of John Constable's influence on Munnings' artistic development, particularly evident in his landscape compositions and sky studies. The works on display facilitate a direct comparison of their respective approaches to these subjects.

The institution's undertaking of a catalogue raisonné for Sir Alfred Munnings signifies a commitment to advancing scholarly research and the systematic documentation of Munnings' extensive oeuvre. This project is anticipated to serve as an authoritative reference for collectors, scholars, and art professionals.

"Pictures from Private Collections; The Influence of John Constable" is open at the Munnings Art Museum, Castle House, and will run until October 25, 2026.