The National Library of Wales
The Kyffin Williams Bequest Blog
Wed, 20 Jan 10 10:29:00
The work and legacy of the much-loved and respected artist, Sir Kyffin Williams, is one which inspires interest across Wales and beyond. In recognition of this, lovers of Kyffin’s work can now follow the interesting developments in the cataloguing of his work at the National Library in a newly-created Kyffin Williams Bequest blog.
Following the death of Kyffin (as he was known to all) in 2006 the National Library of Wales acquired a large part of his estate, encompassing the artist's own works of art, his extensive collection of art by others, and his archives, including his correspondence, diaries and photographs. Such a large and varied collection will enable researchers, school and college students, as well as individuals interested in Kyffin, to gain a greater understanding of the life and work of one of Wales' most renowned artists of the 20th century. The new blog, which is in both Welsh and English, will help readers keep up to date with the latest developments.
Before the collection can be made available it first needs to be catalogued and digitised, and the Kyffin Williams Bequest Project was set up for that purpose. The project will end in January 2011. This blog is designed to provide updates about the cataloguing and various other aspects of the project, whilst also sharing information about any interesting items found in the collection.
More about the bequest and project can be seen on the Kyffin Williams Bequest page on the National Library of Wales website.
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Further information
Siôn Jobbins, NLW Press Office: 01970 632 902 sion.jobbins@llgc.org.uk
