The Mondrian’s Room Gallery, (was) located in South Anne Street, Dublin. They showcased last November 2008 some unique glass plates (autochromes) by The Lumiere Brothers, which represent the invention of colour Photography. Despite the fact that such a relevant collection of artifacts was offered for public enjoyment, very little was mentioned in all ‘expert’ media and the everyday papers. What a pity.
I just happened to be walking by the area when I saw one of the plates on the window display. I couldn’t believe it!
(Find more at Mondrian’s Room site)
But who is behind Mondrian’s Room?
In their site you can also see other available work from Doisneau, Muybridge and other historic figures.
The shop is now closed, but here’s what is coming from them in 2009:
For a start, our gallery and activities will become more mobile.
As major renovation works will be commencing shortly on the South Anne Street buildings, over the next 6 months Aebhric and I will be focussing our energies on developing future exhibitions, and travelling around Europe to source new artworks and collaborating with European curators and collectors. We hope to reopen our gallery space in Autumn.
In early May, we will be relaunching our website with lots of new content and features, to broaden the reach and services of Mondrian’s Room.
During the Summer, we will be working on a new TV programme designed to excite people about international art and photography, and continue exposing Irish audiences to a whole new world of artworks never before seen here. Sneak-peaks will be available on our website.
Our consultancy services will also be expanded, due to growing demand. In February, Mondrian’s Room worked on the installation of the major James Coleman exhibition, currently on view until 26th April at the Irish Museum of Modern Art, Royal Hibernian Academy, and Project Arts Centre. (James Coleman)
As usual, we will also be sourcing specific artworks for our clients and providing investment advice. Whether you’re looking for drawings, photos, or paintings from any period or country, we will be very pleased to help you in any of your art enquiries.
Looking forward to that!!
via Mondrian’s Room
What a jewel, eh?