18 February 2026, Starts: 18:30

Sir John Gordon and the Bouchardon Bust

Talk by Colin Mackenzie

Organised by Invergordon Museum. Entry is by donation, with all proceeds going to support the development of Invergordon Museum. Refreshments available.

The marble sculpture of Sir John Gordon was created in 1728 by French sculptor Edmé Bouchardon in Rome. Bouchardon was aged 30 and at the start of his artistic career; Gordon was aged 18 or 19 and on his Grand Tour.What is the significance of the bust, the sculptor and the subject himself? Find out more with Colin Mackenzie at Invergordon Museum.