William Dobson's Self-Portrait, created between 1635 and 1640, is a significant work being acquired by Tate and the National Portrait Gallery. It is celebrated for Dobson's esteemed role as a court artist to Charles I amid the English Civil War. His life ended in poverty, yet he left approximately 60 paintings. Meanwhile, Bill Viola's complete moving-image works are set to be digitized at the George Eastman Museum, ensuring preservation of his artistic contributions and creating digital masters for future technology upgrades. The Digitization project represents an important step in conserving Viola's legacy.
William Dobson, deemed 'the most excellent painter that England hath yet bred', became a court artist for Charles I and left behind around 60 paintings.
Bill Viola's moving-image works will be digitized by the George Eastman Museum, preserving his legacy and creating high-resolution digital masters for future generations.
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