Turner: Painting The Fighting Temeraire | National Gallery

Matthew Morgan gives an in-depth talk on Joseph Mallord William Turner’s renowned painting ’The Fighting Temeraire’. Enjoy an insight into Turner’s painting technique, and discover the reasons why Turner might have chosen to paint this warship that served in the Battle of Trafalgar. Would you like to attend our Lunchtime Talks? Take a look at our program: Follow us on social media: Twitter: Facebook: Instagram: Help keep the museum accessible for everyone by supporting us here: The National Gallery houses the national collection of paintings in the Western European tradition from the 13th to the 19th centuries. The museum is free of charge and open 361 days per year, daily between am - pm and on Fridays between am - pm. Trafalgar Square, London, WC2N 5DN