John will give us some insights into the overlooked world of picture frames. A subject which is not often given attention within the history of decorative arts, his talk will offer a brief history of picture frames from the Renaissance to Victorian periods.

John Payne is the Senior Conservator of Painting at the National Gallery of Victoria.

portrait miniature , in the manner of: Andrew Robertson (Scottish, b.1777, d.1845);  artist: unknown;  circa 1835