Soane Drawing Late Timeslot:8.30pm the Isle of Dogs was

the Isle of Dogs was still largely marshland and Islington and Hackney were still villages

demolishing and rebuilding them to create an extraordinary building which was at once a private residence

This handy book investigates some of the best art that can be found around the capital

antiquities and drawings which Sir John Soane brought back to his family home and which still resonate across the years

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Soane Drawing Late Timeslot:8.30pm the Isle of Dogs wasJoin us for a candlelit evening to celebrate the mastery of architectural drawing. Sir John Soane had one of the best drawing collections put together by an architect, which he used for his own work and to instruct the pupils in his studio. Original sketches from Soanes long and varied architectural career will be on display throughout the evening including rarely seen sketches in Soanes own hand. Enjoy a complementary drink in the Library Dining room