The South Wing of Somerset House was set aglow as nearly 500 guests came together for a glamorous gala evening, where they received warm welcomes from hosts Dr Deborah Swallow, Nicholas Ferguson, and Robin Simon.  With views from the River Terrace and a unique chance to utilize the Portico Room balconies overlooking the Thames and the Edmond J. Safra Fountain Courtauld, the setting was nothing short of spectacular.  Three live bands and free-flowing food and drink further enhanced to the festive atmosphere, and few were ready to leave at the stroke of 11.00! 



Guests arriving through the Courtyard


Attendees


David Cohen


Boris Groys and David Elliott


Caroline Arscott, Georgiana Head and Anne Goodchild


Chris Green, Charlotte Green, and Nick Ferguson


Courtauld Association Chairman Robin Simon


Listening to remarks


Victoria Hill and Susannah Brooke


Judy Corbalis and Barney Wright


Simon Martin and Penelope Gurland


Jazz


Somerset House aglow


Evening on the River Terrace

Courtauld Association members can access further images and audio recordings of the weekend at www.courtauldassociation.org.