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The Story of the Work
Laurence Alma Tadema: The Writer Who Fought for a Nation
Discover the story of Laurence Alma Tadema. The painter's daughter who became a celebrated poet, a novelist, and a champion for Polish independence.
Explore the history →Alma Tadema and His Musical Salon: Where Music Met Marble
The London home of Lawrence Alma Tadema was more than a house—it was a sanctuary where the greatest musicians of Victorian England gathered. Discover the nine portraits that reveal his love of music.
Explore the history →Alma Tadema and Paderewski: The Pianist Who Became Prime Minister (Opus CCCXI - 311)
When Ignacy Jan Paderewski played at the home of Alma Tadema, the studio became a concert hall. Discover the story behind Opus 311, a portrait of genius and friendship.
Explore the history →Lawrence Alma-Tadema's Sister: The Lost Portrait of Opus I
Lawrence Alma-Tadema's first catalogued work, Opus I, was a portrait of his sister Artje. Today, this foundational painting has vanished. Discover the mystery of the missing face.
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