Jean F. Watson: An Artistic Legacy
An exhibition of historic and contemporary Scottish artworks acquired through the Jean F. Watson Bequest Fund
Jean Fletcher Watson (1877-1974) was an Edinburgh resident who had a significant impact on the city’s cultural heritage. During the 1960s and 1970s she presented a series of financial donations to the City of Edinburgh to develop a collection of Scottish art. Since then, the Jean F. Watson Bequest Fund has enabled the acquisition of more than 1,000 artworks.
This exhibition celebrates Watson’s vision and generosity, showcasing a selection of historic and contemporary artworks from the collection. Among the artists represented are many with links to the Royal Scottish Academy, including William Fettes Douglas PPRSA, Arthur Melville ARSA, Charles Hodge Mackie RSA, Anne Redpath RSA, Eric Schilsky RSA, Joan Eardley RSA, James Cumming RSA, Elizabeth Blackadder RSA, Will Maclean RSA, Alison Watt RSA and Leena Nammari RSA.
This exhibition celebrates Watson’s vision and generosity, showcasing a selection of historic and contemporary artworks from the collection. Among the artists represented are many with links to the Royal Scottish Academy, including William Fettes Douglas PPRSA, Arthur Melville ARSA, Charles Hodge Mackie RSA, Anne Redpath RSA, Eric Schilsky RSA, Joan Eardley RSA, James Cumming RSA, Elizabeth Blackadder RSA, Will Maclean RSA, Alison Watt RSA and Leena Nammari RSA.
