Captured by Caricature: Max Beerbohm and Henry James
Lamb House, Rye · 17 October to 25 October 2026
Image: National TrustAn exhibition at Lamb House in Rye showing Max Beerbohm's caricatures of Henry James, alongside sketches by William Rothenstein and John Singer Sargent from the house's collection. It runs from 17 to 25 October 2026, open Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 11:00 to 17:00. Admission is free and booking is recommended, and it suits anyone interested in literature, art or the history of the house.
Highlights
- Caricatures of Henry James by Max Beerbohm
- Three prints returned to Lamb House in 2019 and conserved in 2024
- Sketches by William Rothenstein and John Singer Sargent
Getting there
Lamb House, TN31 7ES
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