Artwork removed after feminist campaigner ‘corrects’ it

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6 Jun 2025 • 12:12 AM MYT
The Independent
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  • 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.

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