'The Monarch of the Glen' by Edwin Landseer

As we prepare for the Scottish National Gallery to reopen, join the conversation about the significance of one of the Gallery's most famous residents.

In March 2017 the National Galleries of Scotland was able to secure Edwin Landseer’s iconic painting ‘The Monarch of the Glen’ (1851) for the nation. After initially hanging in the Scottish National Gallery in Edinburgh, the painting embarked on a nationwide tour of Scotland. It was on loan to four venues across the country, giving the public a chance to see and interact with it. We want to know what the public think about it and how it makes them feel.

In this film, staff from the National Galleries of Scotland, Inverness Museum and Art Gallery (the first venue on the tour), and artists Ross Sinclair and Allan Whyte discuss the painting and its national significance.

See the Monarch of the Glen at the Scottish National Gallery from 17 August: ow.ly/XJh230odjV3

Reopening

The Scottish National Gallery reopens on Monday 17 August. Those visiting will have their very own special experiences with the much-loved artworks of the nation’s exceptional art collection, as initially, we will be limiting the number of visitors in each gallery at any one time. To manage this we've instituted a free, timed ticketing system. Admission is free, but tickets must be booked here in advance. Booking opens on Wednesday 12 August. Everything you need to know about your visit can be found on this page: http://ow.ly/pXpF50AWlJB or in our Frequently Asked Questions: http://ow.ly/ChvI50AWlM0

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