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Maps of paintings

Celebrating the National Gallery's 200th anniversary, we present Maps of Paintings, a prototype digital experience that brings the hidden journeys of the Gallery’s National Treasures to life.

Maps of Paintings is an experimental mapping project commissioned by the National Gallery to allow visitors to join in celebrating the National Gallery’s 200th anniversary of connecting people with paintings. This innovative project uses data to trace the fascinating movement of twelve iconic paintings from the Gallery's collection, revealing where they have travelled and the stories they carry through each location.

Maps of Paintings explores how data can deepen our understanding of artworks and invites audiences to view these pieces through an unexpected lens.

Read the full interview with our founder Tiziana Alocci on the National Gallery’s website