Rebecca Stevenson: The Botanical World of Mary Delany at Beningbrough Hall

Rebecca Stevenson is exhibiting a group of new commissioned sculptures at Beningbrough Hall in North Yorkshire as part of the exhibition ‘The Botanical World of Mary Delany’ in partnership with the British Museum.

“With just paper, paint and scissors, Mary Delany transformed ordinary materials into extraordinary, inspirational artworks. Discover the pioneering technique of this eighteenth-century artist, whose ‘paper mosaiks’ were celebrated as scientifically accurate botanical specimens. Explore the intricate detail of this new photographic display presented in partnership with the British Museum. Beningbrough is the first UK venue of this touring exhibition, in which high quality photographs allow more of Delany’s specimens to be seen.

Enjoy almost fifty artworks, further celebrating Mary Delany and her pioneering craft technique. See a selection of fascinating objects by historic women artists from across the National Trust’s collections, fresh from the pages of a new upcoming publication. Come face to face with brand-new sculptures by Rebecca Stevenson, encompassing art, science, and creativity, in the Great Hall. Immerse yourself in the interactive origami room, designed by York artist, Kate Buckley and take in the abstract photography collages from York St John, Fine Art student, Amy Martina.”

The exhibition runs from 10 September 2024 until 23 March 2025.

More details here

Image: National Trust/ Gareth Buddo