Hidden Letter from Donor Criticizes Sainsbury Wing Columns

A note from John Sainsbury, found in a demolished column, reveals his disapproval of the architects' design choices.

The letter, written in 1990, was discovered during the renovation of the Sainsbury Wing at the National Gallery.
John Sainsbury, a key funder, criticized the non-structural columns as a design mistake.
Sainsbury's letter expressed delight at the removal of the columns, which he felt obstructed sightlines.
The discovery has sparked renewed debate over the architectural design of the Sainsbury Wing.
The ongoing renovation aims to create a more open and welcoming foyer, despite opposition from some architects and preservationists.