National Trust covers up artwork with JK Rowling’s name after public interference
Stay up to date with notifications from The Independent
Notifications can be managed in browser preferences.
Artwork removed after feminist campaigner ‘corrects’ it
- The National Trust removed an art piece at Hardwick Hall in Derbyshire after it was tampered with by members of the public.
- The artwork, 'A Virtuous Woman,' invited visitors to stitch names of inspirational women onto a textile display.
- JK Rowling's name was stitched onto the artwork seven times but was covered over twice by other participants due to her gender-critical views.
- Feminist campaigner Jean Hatchet shared images of her and another woman unpicking the stitching, which she described as a "correction."
- The National Trust removed the artwork to protect it from further tampering and is investigating the incident; Rowling declined to comment.