Gems from the Past: New Acquisitions of Early Canadian Works

This exhibition, “Gems From the Past,” celebrates a remarkable collection of early Canadian artworks, showcasing newly acquired pieces by some of the country’s most iconic artists. Featuring works by J.W. Beatty, Franklin Brownell, William H. Clapp, Maurice Cullen, Marc-Aurèle Fortin, Frank H. Johnston, Edwin Holgate, Jean-Paul Lemieux, J.E.H. MacDonald, David Milne, James W. Morrice, and Albert H. Robinson, the exhibition offers a rare glimpse into Canada’s artistic heritage.

These works highlight the unique approaches each artist brought to the Canadian experience. Visitors can explore the evolution of Canadian art from the late 19th century through the mid-20th century, discovering how these masters captured the beauty, diversity, and spirit of the nation’s landscapes and people.

“Gems From the Past” is an opportunity to appreciate the rich legacy of Canadian art, offering collectors a chance to acquire these treasured works.

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Many works from the exhibition are no longer showing online now the exhibition has closed.