V&A acquires Wolsey's 'Angels'
February 9 2015
Video: V&A
Congratulations to the V&A, who have raised £5m to acquire four Tudor bronzes designed to surround Cardinal Wolsey's planned tomb in Westminster Abbey. £2m came from the National Heritage Memorial Fund, and £.5m from the Art Fund. A tremendous achievement and acquisition. More here.
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