Some of the finest paintings in Essex will go on show as Southend's Beecroft Art Gallery celebrates its 50th anniversary.

From April 19 to June 7, the Westcliff art gallery in Station Road will hold an anniversary exhibition featuring paintings from collections such as Dutch and Flemish Old Masters, Victorian and modern works.

There will also be a display of 1950s clothing and accessories from the gallery's costume collection and a mini Beecroft museum with photographs, newspaper cuttings and other objects.

Published Monday, April 21, 2003

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