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University Collections, University of Birmingham

University Collections, University of Birmingham

University Collections, University of Birmingham

Open to the public

Educational institution in West Midlands

378 artworks

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Founded alongside the University itself in 1900, the Campus Art Collection began life as a series of portraits of distinguished University figures in oil, marble, and bronze. It has expanded dramatically since. Through commission, purchase, loan and gifting, the art collection is now home to work from brilliant, trailblazing modern and contemporary artists.

Over the years artists such as Peter Lanyon (1918-1964), John Walker (b. 1939), Peter Randall-Page (b.1954) and Eduardo Paolozzi (1924-2005) have created unique and exceptional works for the University, responding to the campus surroundings.

You can discover the Campus Art Collection all over campus. While some works are located in private offices, meeting rooms, and teaching spaces, many pieces are displayed in publicly accessible indoor areas and throughout the campus parkland. Discover the outdoor sculptures by following our Public Sculpture Trail.

Edgbaston, Birmingham, West Midlands B15 2TT England

rcc@contacts.bham.ac.uk

0121 414 6750

The University of Birmingham is a university and not all buildings are open to the public. The collections are viewable by prior appointment with the school or department concerned. Please contact Research and Cultural Collections for more information.

https://www.birmingham.ac.uk/cultural-attractions/university-collections

Artworks

  • Ballyclander, June 52
    Ballyclander, June 52 Colin Middleton (1910–1983)
    University Collections, University of Birmingham
  • Venetian Waterscape
    Venetian Waterscape Brian Robb (1913–1979)
    University Collections, University of Birmingham
  • Professor Maxwell Irvine, Vice-Chancellor
    Professor Maxwell Irvine, Vice-Chancellor John Notter (b.1960)
    University Collections, University of Birmingham
  • Sir Solly Zuckerman (1904–1993), Professor of Anatomy
    Sir Solly Zuckerman (1904–1993), Professor of Anatomy Henry Mee (b.1955)
    University Collections, University of Birmingham
  • The Blue Cloud
    The Blue Cloud John Walker (b.1939)
    University Collections, University of Birmingham
  • The Blue Cloud
    The Blue Cloud John Walker (b.1939)
    University Collections, University of Birmingham
  • Cello Player
    Cello Player Laszlo Bod (1920–2001)
    University Collections, University of Birmingham
  • 371 more

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Venues in West Midlands

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    Assay Office
  • Aston Hall
  • Aston University
  • Berkswell Village Museum
  • Birmingham Central Library
  • Birmingham Conservatoire, Birmingham City University
  • Birmingham Institute of Art and Design, Birmingham City University
  • Birmingham Museums and Art Gallery
  • Birmingham and Midland Institute
  • Bishop Asbury Cottage