Catherine Read, Frances Brooke, c. 1771, Library and Archives Canada, c11737k
Double Take: Portraits of Intriguing Canadians
Catherine Read, Frances Brooke, c. 1771, Library and Archives Canada, c11737k
A major traveling exhibition developed by the Portrait Gallery of Canada, a program of Library and Archives Canada, showcases almost 100 original works that offer visitors an opportunity to peek behind the façade of interesting Canadians.
Joe Fafard, David Suzuki, 2006, Library and Archives Canada, e010675633
In the exhibition Double Take: Portraits of Intriguing Canadians, visitors are invited to discover portraits of over 50 Canadians that tell compelling stories of assumed identity, assassination, exploitation, discovery, invention, injustice, activism, and achievement. The exhibition is thought-provoking and inspires visitors to do a “double take” and take another look at selected figures in Canadian history.
The exhibition also features a variety of media, including paintings, photographs, cartoons and drawings, video and sculpture that offers visitors the opportunity to learn more about the fascinating diversity of individuals who have left-and are leaving-their mark on our country and our culture. Double Take highlights the richness and diversity of the national portrait collection while providing the opportunity to exhibit some works for the very first time.
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