Precious Objects at Amersham Museum

Temporary exhibition, Thursday 5 September 2024 to Sunday 15 December 2024
Marie-Louise von Motesiczky Gallery

“we were all clutching for dear life onto a few precious objects we managed to take with us.” Marie-Louise von Motesiczky

When artist Marie-Louise von Motesiczky fled her home in Vienna at the start of the Second World War, she was only able to bring a few items to England. This is the experience for most refugees, in history and today. Alongside packing practical items, you might choose an object with sentimental or emotional value. We are delighted to be borrowing a pair of 18th century enamelled sheep ornaments from Tate, two items precious to Marie-Louise, as part of this exhibition.

Artist Elaine Duigenan has designed this exhibition, working with pupils at Our Lady’s School, children who attend the Museum’s Art Club, and other local people to create artworks. They explore what make objects valuable to us. She has also been inspired by Marie-Louise’s experiences and her home in Amersham on Chestnut Lane.