Exhibition

The Temple of a Thousand Bells by Laura Belém

19 Aug 2010 – 28 Nov 2010

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Free

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NOTE: This exhibition is at THE ORATORY next to Liverpool's Anglican Catherdral - not inside the Walker Art Gallery.

About

'The Temple of a Thousand Bells' is an evocative and poignant work featuring a thousand hand-blown glass bells and polyphonic sound, filling the Oratory in St James' Cemetary, Liverpool. Brazillian artist Laura Belém's beautiful installation is a new commission for 'Touched', Liverpool Biennial's International 10 exhibition. Sound will move between loudspeakers in the Grade I listed building, unveiling an ancient legend about a temple of a thousand bells that was built on an island. The Oratory is not normally open to the public, so this is an unusual opportunity for visitors to gain access to a wonderful heritage site. Location: This exhibition is NOT showing at the Walker Art Gallery. The Oratory is located next to Liverpool's Anglican Cathedral and is owned by National Museums Liverpool. It houses many pieces from the Walker Art Gallery's collections. Opening hours: The Oratory will be open to the public Thursday - Sunday, 10am - 6pm until the Biennial officially opens on 18 September. From this date onwards it will open daily from 10am - 6pm, including Bank Holidays. Find out more about the Oratory here.

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