Head to head
The couple, who wish to remain anonymous, decided to donate after attending a talk on an exhibition of the museum’s watercolours.
They spoke to Neil McGregor, the Museums Officer for Art and Exhibitions, telling him they would like to add a new piece to its collection.
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Hide AdSculptor Hilary Cartmel, pictured, held a very successful exhibition at the museum the year before and was asked if she would be willing to sell one of her sculptures to be displayed in the museum.
The new sculpture is entitled An Idea erupted in the Mind of the Artist and comprises of an over life-sized head in steel, bronze and glass.
Picture: Chris Lawton.